Campus Life
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Lonely Planet travel guide ranked Tel Aviv third in a list of "the world's best cities" as well as one of the world's "most vibrant cities for nightlife." -
National Geographic ranked Tel Aviv as one of the world's top 10 beach cities. -
The Wall Street Journal and Newsweek magazine rated Tel Aviv as one of the top 10 technologically influential cities in the world. -
The Huffington Post named Tel Aviv among the 10 best beach cities in the world. -
The Globe and Mail listed Tel Aviv as one of the world's most creative cities. -
Conde Nast travel magazine dubbed Tel Aviv as one of the world's best cities for architecture. -
MasterCard included Tel Aviv among the world's top destinations in 2012. -
Travelers Digest magazine says Tel Aviv is home to the most beautiful people in the world. -
Tel Aviv, aka "The White City", is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. -
Tel Aviv is home to over 5,000 Bauhaus buildings - the largest concentration in the world.
Tel Aviv is a global city, rich in diversity and culture. Within its bustling metropolis is Tel Aviv University, home to over 1,000 international students in diverse programs. With 14 kilometers of white sandy beach and 300 days of sunshine a year, Tel Aviv's friendly and liberal vibe is unbeatable. The city offers a rare blend of world-class culture and global innovation, and boasts one of the world's leading nightlife scenes. Home to hundreds of theatres, music venues and galleries, the world's largest grouping of Bauhaus architecture, and some of the world's best parties, it's no wonder the New York Times declared Tel Aviv the 'Capital of Mediterranean Cool'. Tel Aviv's young energy is contagious and between the bars, cafés, restaurants, and street parties, the city runs on full energy 24/7. Surfers, trendy boutiques, sizzling beaches, gourmet cuisine, parks and green spaces – the city thrives on the unexpected, the diverse and the spontaneous.
Its thriving, accessible startup ecosystem is rivaled only by the Silicon Valley and is fed by Tel Aviv's unparalleled culture of innovation and young, creative energy. Venture capital firms, seed funds and accelerators, co-working spaces, free Wi-Fi, global events, major international hi-tech firms, leading research and academic institutions, and the highest density of startups per square kilometer in the world – it's no wonder Tel Aviv was ranked one of the two most innovative cities in the world by the Wall Street Journal, and one of the top three tourist destinations by Lonely Planet. Set to the backdrop of a cutting-edge art scene, beautiful beaches, outdoor cafes, urban edge, and a thriving culinary scene, Tel Aviv is not just a global business center, but also the ultimate Nonstop City. Learn more about Tel Aviv's startup ecosystem.
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Tel Aviv University
Situated in the heart of Israel’s coastal region, Tel Aviv University resides on a spacious 220 acre campus. Located in suburban Ramat Aviv, just north of the city, the University is minutes away from downtown Tel Aviv. Tel Aviv University’s proximity to the cultural and commercial capital of Israel allows students to absorb the best of Israeli society.
Clubs & Activities
International students are invited to join their Israeli peers in a variety of organized clubs, including:
- TEDi (TED International)
- Come Dine With Me
- Hillel
- Hiking
- Soccer
- Yoga
- Basketball
Entertainment on Campus
TAU aims to make its campus a central venue not only for rigorous academic research, but also a wide range of exciting cultural and social events. Music concerts, film screenings, art exhibitions, poetry readings, and many other activities are held on campus. These are open to TAU students, staff, and often the general public.
Campus Thursdays
As Thursday is the last day of the Israeli working week, TAU encourages students and staff to kick off their weekend with a host of exciting events: gallery exhibits, film screenings, musical performances, and lectures on a variety of academic fields. Young artists are given the opportunity to showcase their work and the public is invited to share in these activities, which take place from early afternoon until late evening. Check which events are held in English on the "Thursdays on Campus" website.
Film Festivals and Screenings
Every two years, The Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival, the largest student film festival in the world, takes place in Tel Aviv, organized from start to finish by TAU students and staff. Renowned actors, directors, and cinematographers deliver lectures and master classes as part of the festival. Hundreds of student films from all over the world are screened for festival goers.TAU encourages students to take part in performances and creative events during their studies. The Department of Theater Arts and the Buchmann-Mehta School of Music put on performances jointly and separately, allowing students to demonstrate their creativity and hard work throughout the year. These achievements are enjoyed by the TAU community and the general public.
Rock Music on Campus
Every Wednesday, the largest outdoor venue on campus (the lawn in front of the Gilman building) comes alive with the sound of rock music! No need to buy tickets – students and staff can enjoy performances by Israel's leading young artists for free! Lunch al fresco on the grass is particularly recommended.
In addition to the rich array of cultural and artistic events regularly on offer at Tel Aviv University, the city of Tel Aviv-Jaffa has much to offer visitors.
Art & Film
Tel Aviv is home to hundreds of art galleries and private boutiques, showcasing a unique array of paintings, sculptures, crafts and other works by Israeli artists. The city's art scene encompasses everything from tiny, one-room galleries hidden in narrow, backstreet alleys to large outdoor festivals such as Nachlat Binyamin's Friday Market, to the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, one of the largest museums in Israel.
Tel Aviv University is the only university in Israel with a Department of Film and Television, and as such has shaped the development of the film and television industry in Israel. The majority of Israel's successful directors, screenwriters and film critics all began their careers at TAU. In fact, to celebrate young creators and give them a platform to showcase their art, TAU film students organize the International Student Film Festival – the largest student film festival in the world – every two years. With its large cadre of young and motivated filmmakers and as the set location for major Israeli film productions, Tel Aviv has found itself at the center of Israel's film culture and industry and hosts multiple international film festivals a year.
Green Campus at TAU
In a milestone for environmentalism at TAU, the university was accredited in 2011 as a “green campus” by the Israeli government, in recognition of its efforts to create a more sustainable institution.
The accreditation is awarded to Israeli universities that implement programs in three key areas: academic degrees and courses in environmental studies (given by the Porter School of Environmental Studies), heightened resource efficiency through recycling and reduction of electricity and water use, and community-related projects that strengthen environmental awareness both on campus and off. Among the green innovations at TAU are more energy efficient lighting, the “Nature Campus” educational initiative, stands for the city of Tel Aviv’s new bicycle rental system, and a comprehensive plan for campus bicycle paths.
TAU’s support for sustainable projects on campus is further underscored by the Porter School of Environmental Studies’ new EcoBuilding. The EcoBuilding is designed to meet the highest standards of green building, and will demonstrate innovative environmental technologies.
e sound of rock music! No need to buy tickets – students and staff can enjoy performances by Israel's leading young artists for free! Lunch al fresco on the grass is particularly recommended.
