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Tel Aviv University (TAU) is Israel's largest and most comprehensive university, renowned globally as a leading research institution and a hub for innovation, deeply integrated into the "Startup Nation" ecosystem. It excels particularly in fields like Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, and Entrepreneurship, fostering a dynamic environment for groundbreaking research. For international students, TAU International offers a wide array of English-taught programs at all levels, from short-term and summer courses to full undergraduate and graduate degrees, supported by dedicated services including housing assistance and cultural immersion activities. A distinctive characteristic is its prime location in the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv, providing an unparalleled blend of academic excellence and a rich urban experience.
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Tel Aviv University (TAU) is a public research university in Tel Aviv, Israel. With over 30,000 students, it is the largest frontal learning university in the country. Located in northwest Tel Aviv, the university is the center of teaching and research of the city, comprising 9 faculties, 17 teaching hospitals, 18 performing arts centers, 27 schools, 106 departments, 340 research centers, and 400 laboratories. Tel Aviv University originated in 1956 when three education units merged to form the university. The original 69-hectare (170-acre) campus was expanded and now makes up 89 hectares (220 acres) in Tel Aviv's Northwest District.
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