The Haifa Center for German and European Studies (HCGES) is a joint initiative of the University of Haifa and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD – Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst). Since its establishment in 2007, HCGES has promoted interdisciplinary teaching, research, and public engagement on modern Germany and Europe.
HCGES hosts research seminars, public lectures, conferences, and workshops throughout the academic year, bringing together scholars from Israel and abroad to discuss current topics related to Germany and Europe.
Our HCGES Research Seminar takes place on Thursdays from 13:00–14:00 and is open to students, faculty, and the public.
Daniel Mahla (2026) “Wie sicher sind Juden noch in ihrem eigenen Staat?” Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ), 21 October 2026. In this guest contribution, Daniel Mahla
Something to Hold On To: A New Exhibition at Tel Aviv University Art Gallery Showcases Materials from the Rudi Lehmann and Hedwig Grossman Collection Rudi Lehmann and Hedwig Grossman
The Yekkes archive was delighted and excited to take part in the filming of the end-of-year activities video of the Association of Israelis of Central
Haifa Center for German and European Studies (HCGES) was pleased to host Kyra Gerber from the Duitsland Instituut Amsterdam (DIA), the DAAD Center at the
In September 2025 Nicole McTaggart started working as a DAAD lecturer at the HCGES. In this position she is in charge of organizing the German
German Language Classes
HCGES offers German language courses at different proficiency levels, open to University of Haifa students and faculty as well as the general public. Taught in small groups by native German-speaking instructors, our courses develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
MA in German & European Studies
Our interdisciplinary MA program offers an in-depth exploration of contemporary Germany and Europe from political, historical, cultural, economic, and social perspectives.
Students benefit from small classes, German language training, international guest lecturers, scholarship opportunities, and an annual study trip to Germany. The program provides a unique academic environment for students seeking to deepen their understanding of Germany and Europe while developing an international and interdisciplinary perspective.
