About Us
Department of Information Science
The Department of Information Science at Bar-Ilan University is the only iSchool in Israel and an only member of an esteemed global network of 130 information schools from the world's leading universities.
The Department of Information Science is dynamic and innovative, enjoying an international reputation for its research in information technologies and Human-Centered Applied Artificial Intelligence. It is a national leader in research and education within the interdisciplinary field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which has evolved significantly following the recent AI revolution.
This discipline adopts a holistic approach to studying information technologies and Artificial Intelligence, focusing on various aspects:
- Technological and Computational Aspect: Developing advanced computational AI models, including deep learning architectures and large language models (LLMs).
- Applied Aspect: Designing tailored, human-centered models that assist organizations, advance businesses, and contribute to researchers in diverse fields, recognizing that generic models often fail to address specific needs effectively.
- Behavioral Aspect: Exploring how models function and seeking ways to understand and explain their behavior, a research area first defined in a groundbreaking 2019 Nature article titled Machine Behavior.
- Social and Cultural Aspect: Investigating the impact of AI technologies on society, culture, and human-robot interaction.
- Ethical and Legal Aspect: Addressing questions of ethics, privacy protection, civil rights, AI-based smart governance, digital well-being, and workforce transformations in the AI era.
- Educational Aspect: Developing AI technologies that support educational systems and enrich learning experiences.
The department is proud of its interdisciplinary team of world-renowned experts engaged in groundbreaking research and innovative teaching in these aspects of information technologies and AI. Research conducted in the department contributes to advancing knowledge in these areas and offers practical solutions to real-world challenges.
Programs of Study
The department offers innovative programs for bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, specializing in areas such as applied data science, data analytics, AI for organizations, web-based software development, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
Our Unique Qualities
Our unique combination of hands-on technological development and in-depth understanding of the interplay between humans, society, and AI technologies enables the department to develop responsible information technologies and AI that serve humanity and work towards its betterment.
Our Graduates
Our graduates are employed in high-tech companies and organizations as AI experts, BI developers, full-stack developers, data analysts, digital specialists, data product managers, cybersecurity researchers, and business intelligence professionals. They work in a wide range of organizations, including high-tech companies, government offices, healthcare institutions, cultural organizations, and financial entities. The practical experience and industry collaborations ensure our students are well-prepared for success in Israel's leading organizations.
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Department of Information Science, Bar-Ilan University
Ramat Gan 5290002
Phone: 03-5318351
Email: Information-Science.Dept@biu.ac.il
