Admission Info
Who can apply?
The students in our program traditionally come from a wide array of disciplines, including the sciences, the humanities and the social sciences. We also have students who are returning to their studies after having worked (or while still working) in industry, public policy, advocacy, the law, conservation, high-tech, and many other fields. We encourage diverse backgrounds in our students, and feel that it lends greatly to the enrichment of the learning environment. As diverse as the background of our students is, however, we do apply a rule: all applicants must have at least a first degree with high marks of excellence (whether in the Humanities, the Sciences, Engineering, or the Social Sciences). Applicants should be advised that many of our students hold Masters degrees; however, strong candidates with Bachelor degrees are encouraged to apply.
How do I apply?
Applicants must apply both to Bar Ilan University and to the Program on Science, Technology and Society. The deadline for both applications is May 30, 2008.
Applications to Bar Ilan University can be found at the university bookstore (Akadamon) and should be filled out and sent to the MA Committee, as indicated on the application forms. This ought be done simultaneously to sending in your personal statement and information to our department
Applications to the program should consist of:
A complete Curriculum Vitae
- A Statement of Purpose (1000-1500 words long) in which the applicant explains why he or she is interested in the program, how his or her prior studies and interests relate to this motivation, and what, in particular, interests him or her about the field. (Before writing this statement of purpose, take the time to familiarize yourself with our field, to be certain that you understand what you're getting into. You can find a wealth of information on the internet, or can start with this brief descriptions of Science, Technology & Society (STS) and History & Philosophy of Science (HPS), our constituent disciplines.)
When will I know the decision?
The Program Committee on Admissions will review the applications and invite suitable candidates for an interview. Acceptance will be on a rolling admissions basis, and applicants should be advised that admissions are competitive. The sooner the application is in, the sooner will we be able to invite applicants for an interview. We shall therefore be offering interview days for suitable candidates in April, May, and, finally, in June [dates to be determined shortly]. While early applicants will be informed of the decision of the Program Committee on Admissions as decisions are reached, all decisions will be made by June 30, 2009.