Students are invited to suggest a particular issue or setting that they desire to participate in or research. The courses, internships, and independent research offer students a rich, hands-on experience in Israel. Supervised internships can be arranged. Psychology majors may apply for admission to an honors program. Hebrew University students may choose from courses in the areas of Hebrew language, Bible studies, literature, Jewish history and thought, archaeology, art, education, psychology, religious studies, Israeli studies, Middle East and Islamic studies, and general studies.
Many students do volunteer work during their stay.
Research internships are also available. Tel Aviv University's program offers courses in such disciplines as Jewish studies, Israeli studies, Middle East studies, art, business management, and general studies. There are also general introductory courses in psychology, philosophy, Arabic, political science, English literature, creative writing, and various levels of Hebrew language instruction. The Kibbutz Program Ben-Gurion University offers a fall kibbutz program, when the schedule permits, where students have the option of participating for two weeks after the six week Ulpan. During this period, students live and work in one of the kibbutzim in the Beer-Sheva area.