AUC is noted for its fine courses on Arabic language, Islamic art and architecture, Egyptology, Middle Eastern society and politics. Science and engineering courses are available, as well. The University was established in 1969 by the Government of Israel to spearhead the development of Israel's southern region, the Negev. Today, BGU has become an internationally recognized institution of higher learning which attracts outstanding faculty and researchers from all parts of Israel and abroad. Over 12,000 students study in the faculties of Humanities and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Engineering, and Natural Sciences.
Independent research is also available.
Internships and community service are strongly encouraged. The growing city of Beer Sheva, capital of the Negev region, is one of the four largest cities in Israel, home to almost 200,000 native born Israelis and immigrants from all over the world. Jerusalem Students study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem . Most students on the program attend courses offered in English by the Rothberg International School. Students proficient in Hebrew may enroll in regularly scheduled Hebrew University courses.