The BA in Communication and Political Science at Bar-Ilan University is instructed entirely in English and designed for students driven to understand the intersections of media, government, and public influence. This dynamic degree provides you with knowledge in both fields, equipping you with the analytical and strategic communication skills needed to navigate and lead in the professional world.
In an era where communication technologies transform political and cultural landscapes, this program explores how media techniques shape society and government policy. You will learn from top-tier faculty and researchers, bridging the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical tools.
The Department of Political Studies also hosts the globally recognized BESA (Begin-Sadat) Center for Strategic Studies. The center conducts policy-relevant research on Middle Eastern and global strategic affairs, particularly as they relate to the national security and foreign policy of Israel and regional peace and stability.
Graduates of this program are well-prepared for diverse career trajectories, including roles in advertising and marketing, media and broadcasting, public relations and strategic communications, political campaigning, as well as government and corporate spokesmanship.
Join Bar-Ilan University to master the strategies behind media and political communication, and graduate ready to make an impact on the world.
The admission requirements for this program are:
*This degree does not require Hebrew proficiency.
For the full list of courses and an example schedule, click here.
To earn a BA in Communication and Political Science, students must complete a total of 64 academic credits. These are comprised of: 26 Political Science credits, 25 Communication credits, 10 Judaic Studies credits, 3 General Studies credits.
Judaic Studies Requirement
Jewish students are required to complete 10 credits of Judaic Studies courses. These are academic courses in a variety of fields within the Faculty of Jewish Studies. Students who are not Jewish are not required to take these courses and may convert these 10 credits into additional General Studies courses by contacting their program coordinator.
General Studies Requirement
Students are required to take 3 credits of general courses. These can be selected from over 6,000 courses offered across the university, provided they are unrelated to your double major and are not Judaic Studies courses. Students who possess a minimum Level 4 Hebrew proficiency are welcome to take these courses in Hebrew.
See here for more information on how Bar-Ilan Credits are calculated.
Application for undergraduate degrees taught in English 2026-2027
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Ramat-Gan, Israel 5290002
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