Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) M.DM.
Find answers to the most common questions about the International Master of Disaster Management (M.DM.) program, including admissions, curriculum, tuition, scholarships, housing, and student life.
Applying to a graduate program comes with many questions. We've gathered answers to the questions we receive most often from prospective students. If you can't find what you're looking for, feel free to contact us at emergex@tauex.tau.ac.il
The M.DM. program welcomes applicants from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, including healthcare, public health, engineering, social sciences, business, education, humanitarian studies, law, media, environmental sciences, and security studies. Many of our students are professionals already working in government agencies, NGOs, hospitals, emergency services, municipalities, and the private sector.
The regular track is a one-year, full-time master's program.
Students interested in conducting research may apply to transfer to the thesis track during their first year. The thesis track requires one additional academic year.
Yes. All courses are taught entirely in English.
Yes. The M.DM. is a full-time academic program.
Classes are generally held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
The Fall and Spring semesters are taught on campus at Tel Aviv University. The Summer semester is delivered online.
Only the Summer semester is taught online.
The first two semesters require in-person attendance at Tel Aviv University.
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA equivalent to 80/100 (or 3.0/4.0).
Applicants whose applications meet the admission requirements will be invited to a personal interview.
Applicants from non-English-speaking countries may also be required to provide proof of English proficiency.
Applications are submitted online through the Tel Aviv University application portal.
Applicants are required to complete the online application, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.
Applicants are asked to submit:
- Passport
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- CV
- Personal statement
- Proof of English proficiency (when applicable)
Yes.
Students may choose an internship as a 4-credit elective course. The internship provides practical experience and opportunities to expand professional networks.
Limited scholarships are available for eligible students.
Scholarship decisions are made separately after admission and depend on available funding and the student's eligibility.
