Israel Extension

Lesley University offers three master's degree programs* at its Extension site in Netanya, Israel. The programs are designed to serve Israeli communities, and most coursework requires fluency in Hebrew.  

• Master of Arts Degree in Expressive Therapies
• Master of Education Degree in Creative Arts in Learning
• Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

Master of Arts Degree in Expressive Therapies

This program is for individuals who want to activate progressive change in people's lives and in the world. Graduates practice expressive therapies in clinics, health care facilities, school community agencies, private practices and other settings internationally.

The 60-credit program provides:

• graduate education that integrates psychological theory with creative art modalities and clinical interventions;
• leadership in the forefront of creative arts therapies and the mental health fields;
• meaningful connection between the arts theory and practice in teaching and clinical training;
• a creative environment that respects students for who they are, values and appreciates their life experiences and backgrounds and encourages collaboration;
• the challenge of self-growth and heightened personal awareness;
• a graduate degree that is respected by many national and international professions.

Master of Education in Creative Arts in Learning

At the heart of the Creative Arts in Learning Program is the belief that the arts are central to human learning and can serve as foundation for education in many different settings. Students are acquainted with various arts modalities--dance and creative movement, drama and theatre, music, the visual arts, storytelling and poetry--and how to apply the arts in specific educational settings.

This 36-credit program provides students with the skills and experience to use the arts to:

• address the variety of learning styles and abilities as well as the diverse development patterns of children and adults;
• address the multiple aspects of intelligence that all people possess;
• teach about cultural diversity and present a perspective that includes all races, cultures and ethnic groups;
• aid in the development of cognitive skills;
• provide rewarding avenues of expression for people of all ages.

Master of Arts Program in Interdisciplinary Studies: Individualized Specialization

The Interdisciplinary Studies Program offers an academic context for those who want to connect their personal and professional interests and goals. Individuals attracted to the program include those who seek a creative alternative to the more rigid formats of traditional discipline-specific academic and professional training programs.

The Interdisciplinary Focii of Study at our Netanya site include Women Studies and the Arts, Group Leadership and the Arts, and Holistic Studies.

The 36-credit program provides experiences, knowledge and skills for:

• expanding professional development through research, readings and field study in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and the arts;
• integrating academic study with professional goals;
• making connections among various academic disciplines that enhance professional practice.

Admissions Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Demonstration of proficiency in English.
• Program-specific requirements.

* The Lesley University Extension in Israel is operating with a temporary license issued by the Council for Higher Education. The academic degree is granted by Lesley University as an American University and is not an Israeli academic degree.

For further information on the Israel Extension contact:

Laura Gerhard
Israel Extension Coordinator
Lesley University
29 Everett Street
Cambridge, MA 02138-2790
Telephone: (617) 349-8434
Fax: (617) 349-8431
lgerhard@mail.lesley.edu

Samuel Schwartz
Israel Extension Coordinator
Arts Institute Project in Israel
P.O.Box 8178
Industrial Park Building #F
10 Netanya South, Israel 42160
Telephone: 9-865-6501 9-865-6502
Fax: 9-865-6503
(from the U.S. first dial 011-972)