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Bachelor of Science in Technology for Environmental Sustainability

Introduction In this era where we face huge environmental challenges created by humans, we humans must overcome these challenges via an education that is focused on humans working through the issues towards solving them themselves, making people “agents of their own recuperation”.  Environmental education is correlated with economic development in nations.  The new Palestinian National […]

Bachelor of Sustainable Energy Engineering

The Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering is pleased to offer a new Bachelor of Sustainable Energy Engineering.  Sustainable energy includes any kind of energy source that cannot be depleted.  This kind of energy does not need to be renewed or replenished.  It is sustainable and meets our demands for energy without any risk […]

Master in Child Neuropsychology and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

 (Joint Master’s Program between Bethlehem University and Hebron University) Introduction The Master’s Program in Child Neuropsychology and Neurodevelopmental Disorders is considered the first program of its kind in Palestinian universities. The program is based on current scientific knowledge in neuropsychology aimed at bridging the gap between theory and practice in working with various neurodevelopmental disorders, […]

Master’s Degree in Infectious Diseases; Prevention and Control

Program Objectives Provide advanced knowledge of healthcare to professionals concerning emerging and reemerging infectious diseases. Prepare well-qualified health professionals to deal with infectious diseases. Contribute to the reduction of nosocomial infection and antibiotic resistance. Contribute to the rapid and appropriate detection and management of outbreaks (prevention and control). Strengthening surveillance and stewardship of infectious diseases [...]

Interactive Media and Communication

Program Description Interactive Media is an alternative to traditional media which is based on making contact without making real communication with the audience. This program employs new technology to produce content that can be used on new media platforms that allow the recipient to interact with the media content instead of just being a consumer […]

MA in Creative Pedagogies and Community Practices

Click for Enrollment Procedures This MA programme exposes professionals to rigorous training through progressive educational approaches that are trans-disciplinary, and immersed in pedagogical creative and innovative methods. The offered courses will allow for systemic change in teacher education, school practice, and in other learning centers within the communities of which schools are a part. It qualifies […]

Computer Simulation in Sciences and Engineering

Background: Visit to Bethlehem University on March 6,2019 (Bethlehem) Prof. Dr. Jörg Schröder (Essen), Prof. Dr. Tim Ricken (Stuttgart), and Prof. Dr. Carlo Sansour (at the time INSA Rennes) visited Bethlehem University and met with the Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray,  the Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Irene Hazou, and the chairperson of the […]

English Language, Literature, and Communications

With a degree in English Language, Literature, and Communications, we can prepare and train qualified people who have a strong command of the English language, knowledge, and the necessary skills to effectively communicate using electronic/digital technology. There is a clear need for such skills in many sectors such as: Public Relations departments Public and/or government […]

Bachelor of Arts in Archeology and Cultural Heritage

The Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Program is a four-year program at the undergraduate level offered by the Faculty of Arts at Bethlehem University.  The program offers its students an innovative approach to Archaeology and tangible and intangible Cultural Heritage. This program will contribute to a deeper understanding and extensive knowledge to students in and about […]

Masters in Governance & Administration of the Public Sector (MGAPS)

The Masters in Governance & Administration of the Public Sector program (MGAPS) focuses on upgrading the skills of those employed by the Public Sector in Palestine. The overall objectives of the program include: 1. Improving accountability; 2. Enhancing transparency in the delivery of public services; 3. Improving the management of public funds; 4. Strengthening the […]

Associate Diploma in Hotel Management

This two year diploma program is designed to prepare students for various jobs in the hotel industry, the primary objective of the program is to provide students with the necessary skills, knowledge, values and attitudes to occupy operational positions in the hospitality industry. Learning Outcomes LO-1.Apply in-depth knowledge and skills in Tourism, Hotel and restaurant […]

Associate Diploma in Tour Guide

The Tour Guide Program is a tri semester certification program designed to train students in the history, geography and culture of the Holy Land. Students will develop  skills required to become a professional tour guide . Learning Outcomes Gather and interpret information about important touristic sites in the Holy Land. Comply with ethical and social […]

Minor in Physics

The Department of Physics offers a comprehensive program of study leading to the completion of Minor in Physics. This program is designed to prepare students not only for advanced graduate studies in physics, but also for employment upon graduation in disciplines related to science and technology. Basic courses give the student a solid foundation in […]

Minor in Industrial Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry offers a minor in Industrial Chemistry that comprises of 24 credit hours. This program is designed to enrich students with the most update chemical industrial processes mainly in the field of detergents, polymers, cosmetics, food and pharmaceuticals. The program is built on both theoretical and practical (laboratory) aspects to enhance the […]

Minor in Medical Laboratory Sciences

The Department of Biology offers a minor in Medical Laboratory Sciences.  Upon the completion of the minor, students should be able to work in medical laboratories and clinics.   The minor covers the fields of microbiology, parasitology, hematology, serology, clinical chemistry, body fluids and blood banking. Degree Requirements Program of Study

Minor in Biology

Program Description The Department of Biology offers a minor in Biology.  The program exposes students to the major fields of biological sciences, and develops skills of analytical thinking, initiative, and scientific creativity in the students, preparing them for careers in teaching, research, and it complements the major in Medical Laboratory Sciences as well.   The topics […]

Minor in Accounting

In addition to the major in accounting, the accounting department provides the opportunity for all students (some restriction might be imposed due to the limited available resources in some years) to join the program towards a minor in accounting. Degree Requirements Program of Study  

Minor in Finance

This minor is open to those students majoring in accounting starting January 2011.  There are limitations imposed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education on the number of students to be admitted to the new minor. Degree Requirements Program of Study  

Minor in Marketing

The Department of Business Administration offers a minor in Marketing for Business Administration majors only. Degree Requirements Program of Study  

Minor in Business Administration

Bethlehem University students, other than those majoring in Business Administration, can follow a program that leads to a minor in business. To earn this minor, students are required to successfully complete a total of 24 credit hours of the courses listed in the business major paradigm. To be more specific, students are to follow the […]

Minor in Political Science

The program reviews the various definitions and concepts in political science and its relationship with other sciences. It introduces students to political theories related to the understanding and analysis of political phenomena. The program offers courses in ancient, medieval, and contemporary political thought, in addition to courses in the theories of the emergence and development […]

Minor in Psychology

The Department of Social Sciences offers a minor in Psychology. This minor aims at preparing professional specialist who can contribute in the society renaissance. It works towards providing the student with the theoretical frame and skills that will help them contribute in shaping the life of the marginalized. Degree Requirements Program of Study  

Minor in Catechetics

The Department of Religious Studies offers a minor in Catechetics. To earn the minor a student has to complete 24 credit hours as listed in catalog (Click here) Degree Requirements Program of Study  

Minor in French

In addition to the Major, the Department of English provides a French Language minor available to all university students. Degree Requirements Program of Study  

Minor in Translation

The minor in translation aims to train students in translation skills (written and interpretation) from Arabic to English and vice-versa Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion, students will be able to: write and translate audio from English to Arabic and Vice versa translate writing and audit texts from English to Arabic and Vice versa use the […]

Minor in Journalism

The minor in Journalism aims to train and teach students in the fields of  print, audio and multimedia journalism. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion, students will be able to: criticize newspapers and literature texts criticize the television content, film documentaries and programs edit journalism texts ( News, Reports, investigation and advertising) produce radio programs produce […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Nursing

Program Description The primary purpose of the baccalaureate nursing program of Bethlehem University is to educate professional nurses to meet the health and nursing needs of the Palestinian Society. The baccalaureate nursing program is designed to prepare nurses to professionally contribute to the well-being and offer significant health services to people. The Faculty of Nursing participates […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics offers a Bachelor of Science degree with a Major in Mathematics. The principal aim of our program is to introduce several aspects of pure mathematics throughout the degree plus some aspects of applied mathematics. The mathematics sequence in the mathematics major provides students with a strong foundation in mathematics and then […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Biology

The Department of Biology offers a baccalaureate degree in Biology. The program exposes students to the major fields of biological sciences, and develops skills of analytical thinking, initiative, and scientific creativity in students, preparing them for careers in teaching, research, and medical technology. It also prepares individuals to pursue post-graduate studies in biology and other […]

Bachelor of Arts Major in Arabic Language and Literature

The Arabic Department goals correspond with the University vision and mission in meeting the needs of the Palestinian people. The Arabic Department is aware of these needs and attempts to offer the essential skills through the various, teaching methods, seminars, and different assessment methods while taking into consideration the graduates’ needs in teaching methods in […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Physics

The Department of Physics at Bethlehem University offers a complete program of study leading to the Bachelor degree in Physics. This program is intended to prepare students not only for graduate studies in physics, but also for employment upon graduation in physics and other fields related to science and technology. Basic courses give the student […]

Higher Diploma in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing

The Higher Diploma Program in Oncology and Palliative care Nursing started in 2016.  It is the first program of its kind in Palestine.  The main goal of this program is to improve the health status of cancer patients in Palestine. This will be achieved through graduating nurses who are knowledgeable, accountable, committed to quality improvements, […]

Associate Diploma in Travel Agency Management

This travel agency management course is designed for diploma level certificate program  and prepares students to help tourists make the best travel arrangements by coordinating hotel accommodations, transportation, sightseeing tours, cruises, resorts and specialty travel groups, and offer advice on various destinations. Agents provide travelers with information about destinations, such as local customs, regulations, monetary […]

Diploma in Education in Secondary Level – Teaching Arabic Language

Teaching Diploma (TD) program is offered to in-service and pre-service teachers who have previously a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in a teaching subject. The purpose of this program is to provide students with basic knowledge, skills, competencies needed for teaching learning process.  The students enroll in a relevant Higher Education Diploma […]

Diploma in Education in Upper Basic Level – Teaching Social Studies

Teaching Diploma (TD) program is offered to in-service and pre-service teachers who have previously a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in a teaching subject. The purpose of this program is to provide students with basic knowledge, skills, competencies needed for teaching learning process.  The students enroll in a relevant Higher Education Diploma […]

Diploma in Education in Upper Basic Level – Teaching Mathematics

Teaching Diploma (TD) program is offered to in-service and pre-service teachers who have previously a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in a teaching subject. The purpose of this program is to provide students with basic knowledge, skills, competencies needed for teaching learning process.  The students enroll in a relevant Higher Education Diploma […]

Diploma in Education in Secondary Level – Teaching English Language

Teaching Diploma (TD) program is offered to in-service and pre-service teachers who have previously a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in a teaching subject. The purpose of this program is to provide students with basic knowledge, skills, competencies needed for teaching learning process.  The students enroll in a relevant Higher Education Diploma […]

Bachelor of Education Major in Pre-School

The Pre-School Program is designed to preparing and training child educators within these levels: KG1 (3years)/ KG 2 (4years) and KG 3 (5years). This program aims at graduating highly qualified educators, who realizes the importance of early years of the person. It also distinguishes itself by adopting modern education philosophy that considers education as an […]

Diploma in Education in Teaching Christian Religion

Teaching Diploma (TD) program is offered to in-service and pre-service teachers who have previously a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in a teaching subject. The purpose of this program is to provide students with basic knowledge, skills, competencies needed for teaching learning process.  The students enroll in a relevant Higher Education Diploma […]

Bachelor of Arts Major in Sociology

Sociology as a discipline is concerned with developing a knowledge and understanding of Social Work from a distinctively social point of view. Its focus is on the relations that connect individuals, groups and institutions. When it looks at the characteristics, understandings and practices of individuals themselves, it does so from the standpoint of their relations […]

Master in Tourism studies

Interested in the program? Register NOW The Master in Tourism Studies is a two-year postgraduate course that aims at providing an in-depth analysis of the main academic and technical issues whose knowledge represents an asset for the development of the tourism industry in Palestine. The Master’s program is multidisciplinary: it covers a wide range of […]

Diploma in Education in Upper Basic Level – Teaching Science

Teaching Diploma (TD) program is offered to in-service and pre-service teachers who have previously a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in a teaching subject. The purpose of this program is to provide students with basic knowledge, skills, competencies needed for teaching learning process.  The students enroll in a relevant Higher Education Diploma […]

Bachelor of Education Major in Upper Basic Level – Teaching Mathematics

Subject Area Teacher (SAT) program qualifies graduates to teach their field of subject matter in grades 5-10. It’s a four-year program includes courses in general education, specialized teaching methods courses, subject matter courses, university requirements, and general electives. This program targets to qualify pre-service teacher students with pedagogical knowledge, skills and professional competencies of teaching.  […]

Bachelor of Education Major in Upper Basic Level – Teaching Social Studies

Subject Area Teacher (SAT) program qualifies graduates to teach their field of subject matter in grades 5-10. It’s a four-year program includes courses in general education, specialized teaching methods courses, subject matter courses, university requirements, and general electives. This program targets to qualify pre-service teacher students with pedagogical knowledge, skills and professional competencies of teaching.  […]

Bachelor of Education Major in Upper Basic Level – Teaching English Language

Subject Area Teacher (SAT) program qualifies graduates to teach their field of subject matter in grades 5-10. It’s a four-year program includes courses in general education, specialized teaching methods courses, subject matter courses, university requirements, and general electives. This program targets to qualify pre-service teacher students with pedagogical knowledge, skills and professional competencies of teaching.  […]

Bachelor of Education Major in Upper Basic Level – Teaching Arabic Language

Subject Area Teacher (SAT) program qualifies graduates to teach their field of subject matter in grades 5-10. It’s a four-year program includes courses in general education, specialized teaching methods courses, subject matter courses, university requirements, and general electives. This program targets to qualify pre-service teacher students with pedagogical knowledge, skills and professional competencies of teaching.  […]

Bachelor of Education Major in Lower Basic Level

This program is designed for preparing and graduating Lower Basic Level School educators 1st through 4th Grades. The program adopts the progressive philosophy and approach, which considers education as an active developmental process, where the learner is the center of this process and responsible for approaching knowledge and developing it within his/her practical life. Program […]

Associate Diploma in Religious Education

The Religious Studies Department also makes available for those students in Amman, Jordan, the opportunity to earn a teaching Diploma in Christian Education.  This is a two-year program with all of the courses taught in Amman under the capable direction of qualified and experienced teachers.  The Diplomas are stamped and accepted by the Ministry of […]

Master in Social Work

The Master in Social Work, MSW, offered by the Department of Social Sciences at Bethlehem University, is a rigorous two-year community based program that is designed specifically to meet the needs of the Palestinian society.  The program has three components: core curriculum, advanced practice, and research. The first is a core curriculum provides the students […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Hotel Management

The curricula are designed to prepare students to cope with changing business conditions. It is the belief of the Institute that professional preparation should include both theoretical and practical approaches to the diverse needs of the tourism and hospitality industry. Program Learning Outcomes Apply in-depth knowledge and skills in Tourism, Hotel and restaurant operations relative   […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is a science-based health care profession which emphasizes the use of physical approaches in the promotion, maintenance and restoration of an individual’s physical, psychological and social well-being and takes into account an individual’s variations in health status. A distinctive feature of physiotherapy practice is the ability of individual practitioners to use manual therapy, therapeutic […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Occupational Therapy

The program provides an opportunity for students to gain a B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy that will meet the demands of related national and international employment fields. The BSc Occupational Therapy program is a nationally recognized award, approved by the Ministry of Health and internationally by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists [W.F.O.T]. This is essential […]

Master in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing

Click here for more information and on how to apply Mission Statement The mission of the Faculty or Nursing and Health Science is to improve the health status of people with cancer through educating and up-skilling qualified nurses in best oncologic and palliative care practice. They will develop the ability to provide good quality, evidence-based, […]

Higher Diploma in Neonatal Nursing

The Higher Diploma Program in Neonatal Nursing was started in 1994 at Bethlehem University and is the first such program in Palestine. Through a series of theoretical and clinical courses work prepares nurses to be competent practitioners in the care of special and critically ill neonates and their families. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Midwifery

Midwifery is the art and science which provides holistic care to child bearing women, babies and their families from preconception until the end of child bearing period and even throughout the life stage of women’s life”, (Palestinian Council of Health, 1998).This program is designed to meet the need of the Palestinian community through preparing independent […]

Higher Diploma in Emergency Nursing

The Higher Diploma Program in Emergency Nursing started in 2003.  It is the first program of its kind in Palestine.  The main goal of this program is to develop the nursing personnel in the advanced clinical field of emergency nursing in order to improve the quality of nursing care for patients. This program made of […]

Master in International Cooperation and Development (MICAD)

NEW MICAD APPLICATIONS 2023 Ahlan-wa-sahlan to MICAD, a graduate program offered by Bethlehem University that aims at preparing excellent leaders and professionals who are committed to sustainable development in Palestine. Multidisciplinary in its nature, MICAD is taught part-time with intensive lectures mainly on Friday and Saturday, and it covers two academic years. Starting with the [...]

Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration

Program Description: The Bachelor of Business Administration program, offered by the Department of Business Administration, provides a comprehensive education encompassing diverse facets of modern business management. Designed to prepare students for leadership roles across a spectrum of industries, including private enterprises, government sectors, and non-profit organizations, this degree features a well-rounded curriculum. Focused on equipping […]

Bachelor of Business Administration Major in Accounting

The Faculty of Business Administration offers a baccalaureate degree in accounting that concentrates on financial and operational communications for business and non-profit organizations. The program prepares individuals for careers in public accounting, industrial or private accounting, or governmental and not-for-profit accounting. The program also prepares individuals to sit for professional licensing exams such as the […]

Bachelor of Arts Major in English Language and Literature

The bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature is a four-year program at the undergraduate level that offers to the students the opportunity to engage in the study of language, linguistics and literature.  Students are immersed in the practice of the four language skills, the basic theory of linguistics, the appreciation of English and World […]

Bachelor of Arts Major in Religious Studies

The Department of Religious Studies offers a bachelor degree in Religious Studies that concentrates on the study of Christianity from a Catholic and ecumenical point of view. It seeks to meet the spiritual and academic needs of all its students, and promotes the study of religion at university level. The program aims at promoting an […]

Bachelor of Arts Major in Social Work

The study of Social Work is a multidisciplinary avocation that attempts to unite various needs and considerations. The program should provide knowledge. and develop skills and attitudes necessary to perform the tasks that social workers fulfill in the course of their careers. These tasks are extremely varied. They can apply to people with entirely different […]

Master in Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a new field in the realm of applied sciences which combines disciplines like genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, embryology, and cell biology, that are in turn linked to practical disciplines like chemical engineering, information technology, and robotics.  Biotechnology has applications in four major areas, including health care (medical), crop production and agriculture, non-food (industrial) […]

Bachelor of Science Major in Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry offers a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. The major in Chemistry provides students with the basic and adequate knowledge (theory and practice) that enables them to have a solid understanding of the pure and applied chemistry in various fields such as organic, analytical, general, physical and quantum chemistry.  Graduates can pursue […]

Minor in Computer Information Systems

The department offers a minor in Computer Information Systems using two tracts or two sets of requirements.  The first tract is intended for students who want a background in programming.  Normally these students come from the Faculty of Science.  The second tract is for students who are not interested in programming but are interested in [...]

Bachelor in Software Engineering

The Software Engineering program provides students with knowledge and skills that enable them to design, code, test and manage quality-measured software systems. Faculty members together with industry partners will work to produce graduates with outstanding professional and practical skills. Software Engineering major includes studying and practicing the software development process, in addition to the algorithm […]