Undergraduate (Bachelors Degree)
Undergraduate Degree in Counseling and Human Development
Learning period: 3 Years / Bachelor’s degree in 2 years | Type of Program: Double Major | Enrollment Status: Registration begins January 29, 2023. | Department web site
The Bachelor degree in the Department of Counseling and Human Development provides broad theoretical knowledge about counseling processes in the context of human development. We offer a broad range of courses focusing on human behavior with an emphasis on developmental processes across life. Students will acquire knowledge about human behavior, the normative and pathogenic development of children, youth, and adults, as well as about adjustment problems and populations at risk. Specific courses focus on the home environment, relationships with peers, the individual within the school system, and cultural context to normative or dysfunctional behavior. Besides this broad theoretical focus, students will also acquire knowledge on interventions aimed at increasing mental well-being and fulfilling the intellectual and emotional potential of humans while taking into account their specific developmental context.
General Admission Requirements:
1. Complete Matriculation Certificate/ high school diploma or an equivalent recognized by the Israeli Ministry of Education or by the Registration Department.
2. Psychometric Entrance Examination/ SAT or ACT.
3. Knowledge of English– The level of English is determined within the framework of the Psychometric Entrance Examination, the English Placement Tests (AMIR /AMIRAM) or SAT, TOFEL, IELTS, ECRL tests.
The minimum level of English required for admission to the university is Basic (a score of at least 85). Certain departments require a higher level of English.
4. Knowledge of Hebrew – Applicants who took the Psychometric Entrance Examination in a language other than Hebrew and graduated from high schools where the language of instruction was not Hebrew, must prove satisfactory knowledge of Hebrew before the beginning of the academic year by passing a Hebrew Proficiency Test (YAEL/ YAELNET/ Hebrew classification test of the University of Haifa* ). The score required for admission to the University of Haifa is a score of at least 120 on the YAEL/ YAELNET/ Hebrew classification tests.
Applicants whose scores on the YAEL/ YAELNET/Hebrew classification tests range from 90-119 and their Psychometric score was at least 500 will be conditionally admitted and will have to pass the Hebrew Proficiency Test at the required score by the end of the first year of their studies. These students also have the option of studying a Hebrew literacy course within the framework of the University of Haifa preparatory program (Mechina) . Those who meet the course requirements and their final score in the course will be 85 and above will be exempt from the Hebrew condition.
Please note that certain departments require a higher level of Hebrew and that some departments do not approve admission with a Hebrew condition.
*The Hebrew classification test and Hebrew literacy course is valid at the University of Haifa only.
5.Departmental Entrance Examinations/Special admissions requirements– Certain departments require applicants to take a departmental Entrance Examinations and/or attend an interview or meet other departmental requirements.
For more information about the general admission requirements please read the supplement.
In addition to the general university admission requirements, the candidate must meet individual departmental admission requirements.
- A weighted grade of 630
- CV
- For the two-year study program – YAEL Hebrew Proficiency Exam with a grade of 120 (for applicants who studied in a school where the language of instruction was not Hebrew) and a basic level of English.
- Outstanding graduates of the University of Haifa’s pre-academic preparatory program will be accepted (for more information click here).
- For the calculator that rates the likelihood of your admission, click here.
Admission Requirements for Students who have a Matriculation Certificate** but have not taken the Psychometric Exam:
Candidates with a matriculation certificate will be able to study in the pre-undergraduate study track. Basic courses must be taken during the summer or fall semester.
Candidates who pass the courses with a minimum average grade determined by the department will be accepted for studies in the following semester department.
*The University reserves the right to change or amend the admission regulations, fees and tuition at any time without prior notification.
** Matriculation certificate = Israeli matriculation certificate or equivalent
- Double major program
- Bachelor’s degree in 2 years
Employment opportunities for graduates include a wide range of opportunities within the broad education field. Graduates of this program will also have the option to continue their studies towards a Masters degree within the department. Specifically: Educational Counseling, Art Treatment -Bibliotherapy, Early Childhood education and development, Group counseling and therapy, parent counseling, Integrative psychotherapy.