Urban planning is an important tool for promoting social justice and fair resource distribution. As professionals, planners can be tasked with mapping, developing public spaces, planning private and public transportation, determining residential density, and improving access to sources of education and employment, to name a few. Specifically in Jerusalem, there is demand for planners, but a shortage of experts from Arab-Palestinian backgrounds who can play a significant role in promoting plans. The Institute for Urban and Regional Studies seeks to invite stellar Arab-Palestinian students to join the program. As part of their full-tuition scholarship, students are expected to participate in the Urban Clinic’s activities, including staff meetings, conferences, field trips and projects, which amount to 10 hours per month. There are also opportunities for additional grants, while maintaining a high grade average. In addition, any student who wishes to participate in activities with the Arab Center for Alternative Planning, and Al-Bayader organization including activities outside of Jerusalem, will be able to do so.
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Arab/Palestinian students interested in urban planning.
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Undergraduates with a final average of B.A. equal or greater to 82
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Preference will be given to students who meet the admission requirements without supplementary studies.
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The scholarship is contingent upon maintaining a minimum average score of 85 every semester in order to continue receiving the scholarship tuition
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Master's Scholarship in Urban and Regional Planning for Palestinian Arab Students – 2025–2026
The Urban Clinic at the Hebrew University is pleased to announce the opening of registration for its Master's Scholarship Program in Urban and Regional Planning, designated for Palestinian Arab students from Jerusalem and Israel.
If you are eager to make an impact, advance planning justice, and bring about change in our communities and cities, this is your opportunity.
The scholarship includes:
- Tuition funding and academic and professional guidance throughout your studies.
- Application Deadline: June 10, 2025
- Admission Interviews: Will take place on June 18 and 22. Suitable candidates will be personally invited to schedule an interview.
Required Documents:
- CV
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcript
- Letter of motivation (in Hebrew or English)
For submissions and more information:
Tharaa.kirresh@mail.huji.ac.il
Programs:
תכנון עירוני ואזורי - האוניברסיטה העברית
תואר שני בתכנון ערים ואזורים- טכניון
התמחות בלימודי תכנון ועיצוב עירוני-אזורי- אוניברסיטת תל אביב
תואר שני במחלקה למדעי הסביבה, גאואינפורמטיקה ותכנון ערים - אוניברסיטת בן גוריון