STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS AT THE FACULTY OF LAW
A WORLD-CLASS STUDY EXPERIENCE
The Faculty of Law at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem is Israel’s oldest and leading institution of higher learning. The Faculty has established an outstanding, world-renowned student exchange program with top universities around the world. Our program has a rich and diverse range of world-class classes taught in English, allowing foreign students of partner universities the opportunity to spend a semester in Jerusalem and participate in the Faculty's rich program of studies.
WHY CHOOSE HU LAW?
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Faculty of Law are both world-renowned institutions of research and teaching. Our faculty and countless graduates have contributed to the study of law and related disciplines, and we are constantly pioneering new areas of teaching and research. The Faculty of law offers an outstanding assortment of classes specializing in International Law and Human Rights.
Our exchanges provide visiting students access to a vibrant and exciting community, coupled with the experience of visiting and living in Israel and Jerusalem.
Our teaching program in English was developed in conjunction with the Rothberg International School at the Hebrew University. The Rothberg International School is a well-established academic school within the Hebrew University which offers an impressive number of academic programs to more than 1,300 students annually. This collaboration offers students participating in the exchange program with the Faculty of Law a broad choice of subjects that pertain to law. Students can also participate in the social activities of the Rothberg School and activities at the Faculty of Law. The Rothberg School also offers pre-semester and summer language courses – a chance to study Hebrew before the beginning of the academic year.
PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
- University of Melbourne, Australia
- KU Leuven, Belgium
- Osgoode Hall Law School, Canada
- The University of British Columbia, Canada
- University of Montreal, Canada
- University of Chile Law School, Chile
- Peking University, China
- Renmin University of China, China
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
- The University of Hong Kong, China
- Aarhus University, Denmark
- Paris-Sorbonne University, France
- University of Passau, Germany
- Wurzburg University, Germany
- Free University of Berlin, Germany
- Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany
- University of Siena, Italy
- The University of Trento, Italy
- National University of Singapore, Singapore
- ESADE, Spain
- University of Zurich, Switzerland
- University of Lucerne, Switzerland
- University of Fribourg, Switzerland
- National Taiwan University, Taiwan
- Columbia University, USA
- Cardozo School of Law (Yeshiva University), USA
- Georgetown University, USA
- Stanford University, USA
- University of California, Los Angeles, USA
- University of California, San Diego, USA
- University of Pennsylvania Law School, Philadelphia, USA
- University of Virginia School of Law, Charlottesville, USA
- The Center for Transnational Legal Studies, London, UK
Housing
Modern, comfortable dorms are offered at the Mount Scopus Student Village.
Sports Facilities
The university has a modern sports center, located near the campus and Student Village, with an elaborate and spacious gym, swimming pool, tennis courts and dance studios.
Why Study in Jerusalem?
Jerusalem is a vibrant and historical city of holy sites and fascinating tourist attractions. A city that is sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam, Jerusalem is a meeting of past and present, of ancient roots and modern innovations. In addition, this thriving metropolis is rich in art galleries and museums, theaters and concert halls, archaeological sites and holy shrines. Exciting festivals, exhibitions, international conferences and many other special events are held throughout the year. Jerusalem also offers a vibrant student experience with restaurants, coffee shops and a well-known nightlife.
Why Study at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem?
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, founded in 1918 and opened officially in 1925, is Israel’s premier university and leading research institution. The Hebrew University is ranked internationally among the 100 best universities in the world and first among Israeli universities.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem offers a world-class education to university and college students interested in broadening their horizons
HUJI has a student population of 23,000, and over 2,000 International students from more than 80 countries.
Find out more, contact Shanie Rabinowitz, exchange coordinator:
shaniebe@savion.huji.ac.il
Faculty of Law,
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Mount Scopus, Jerusalem 9190501, Israel
Tel: +972-2-588-0044, Fax: + 972-2-582-3042
Testimonials
"I loved my student exchange at Hebrew University! The Israeli legal landscape is fascinating and complicated, and it underscored a unique learning experience unlike anywhere else in the world. My time here will certainly help me to be a better lawyer.
What more, the university is accommodating, the fellow students are friendly and intelligent, and the country is beautiful, accessible, and unforgettable.
I am grateful for the opportunity to study at Hebrew University!"
~Jason, USA
"My experience as an exchange student at the Hebrew University was very valuable to me. The courses were highly interesting and diverse, and the academic environment was welcoming and inspiring. I appreciated the orientations provided and the flexibility in our choices of courses and schedules. The program allowed me to travel around the region and to meet amazing people from all kinds of backgrounds and cultures. This has been one a life-changing experience for me, and it has encouraged me to live abroad and discover other cultures. I am very grateful for having been allowed the opportunity to study one year at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and I highly recommend it to anybody who is interested in learning about international relations, culture, religion, conflict and peace. "
~ Babette, France
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