To apply for the "African Sustainable Communities" master's program, please read the information on this page thoroughly and fill out the online application:
English registration system (for international students)
Hebrew registration system (for Israeli students)
Registration for the 2025-2026 academic year will begin on February 2, 2025.
Scholarships are available for African candidates who complete their registration by May 1, 2025, upon acceptance into the program.
Our dedicated admissions team at Ben-Gurion University is here to help guide you through every stage of the process. If you need assistance, just email welcomebgu@bgu.ac.il or contact the program directly at africama@bgu.ac.il
Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. We welcome students from all disciplines.
Academic Year 2025/2026
Registration opening date: February 2, 2025.
Appplication deadline for international students: May 1, 2025. Full scholarship applicants must apply by this date.
Beginning of the semester: October 26, 2025.
1. Applying to the program via the registration system and paying initial registration fee of $25 (Israeli candidates must pay the full registration fee at this stage).
2. Fill out our internal application form (in addition to the Ben-Gurion University's regisration system!).
3. Application is reviewed.
4. Personal interview via Zoom for final stage candidates
5. Recieve notification of acceptance/rejection.
6. If accepted – pay an additional $75 completion of registration fee.
7. Obtain a student visa and health insurance with the support of BGU's staff
All documents should be uploaded to the registration system:
1. An official copy of your Bachelor's degree.
2. An official copy of your academic transcript.
If your documents are not in English, please include an English translation that is either certified by the university or by a notary.
3. A photocopy of your passport.
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
5. Two essays in accordance with the instructions here: 
Essay 1, Essay 2.
6. Two letters of recommendation, at least one written by an academic familiar with the applicant's academic work and skills.
7. In addition to the Ben-Gurion University application form, you must also fill out and submit the program's internal application form. Your application will not be processed without it!
*Please note: upon arrival to Israel, hard copies of your official academic transcript and diploma must be presented.
