Ben-Gurion University of the Negev M.Sc. in Software and Information Systems Engineering
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

M.Sc. in Software and Information Systems Engineering

  • Be'er Sheva, Israel
  • Sde Boker, Israel

MSc

2 years

English

Full time

Mar 2026

ILS 17,329 / per year *

On-Campus

* varies according to CPI index

Key Summary

    About : The M.Sc. in Software and Information Systems Engineering focuses on advanced software development and information systems design. You’ll explore subjects such as software architecture, database systems, and information security. The program prepares you to tackle real-world challenges with cutting-edge technology and methodologies.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers as software engineers, systems analysts, or IT project managers. Opportunities also exist in fields like information security and data management. This degree equips you with skills that are highly valued in today’s tech-driven job market.

Master’s studies in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Software Systems

The Master’s program in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Software Systems program provides high-level education for researchers and practitioners in a broad range of Artificial Intelligence fields such as Game Theory, Natural Language Processing, Data Science, Machine Learning, Automated Planning, Multi-Agent Systems, Recommendation Systems, Fault Detection and Diagnosis, and Heuristic search.

Students participating in this Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Software Systems program will learn models, theories, and practical methods for developing intelligent systems, bridging the gap between man and machine. The program addresses a clear need for Artificial Intelligence professionals in the industry, where intelligent systems and algorithms are being used in navigation systems (GPS), computer simulations, internet agents, e-commerce, education software, computerized medicine, and more.

The Department of Software and Information Systems has the largest number of Artificial Intelligence researchers in Israel and is acknowledged both nationally and. This program will expose students to exciting and up-to-date research fields, some in collaboration with international companies (e.g., IBM, Intel, Microsoft, and Facebook) and leading research institutions (e.g., Harvard and MIT). In addition, BGU provides competitive scholarships to suitable candidates.

Graduates of this program join leading high-tech companies in Israel and abroad in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, as well as continue on to Ph.D. studies.

Machine Learning and Big-Data Analytics

The studies towards MSc Degree in Information Systems Engineering in the Machine Learning and Big-Data Analytics Program are aimed at training researchers and professionals with strong analytical and practical skills in the areas of Data Mining, Data Science, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Predictive Analytics, Big Data, and Business Intelligence.

The Machine Learning and Big-Data Analytics Program deals with automatic pre-processing and analysis of various data types with the goal of extracting novel information, knowledge, or insights about complex real-world processes. This field has become a critical factor in today's competitive environment and it serves all tiers of management from operational decisions to strategic planning. The studies are meeting the evident need for professionals in Big Data, Data Science, Machine Learning, and Data Mining.

The Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is known internationally as a leader in the field of data science, and it offers the Program students fascinating research topics, some in cooperation with international companies.

The university offers competitive scholarships to qualifying candidates who are interested to study as full-time research students.