Shenkar is a college of engineering, design and art in Ramat Gan, Israel. It started as a school for fashion and textiles.
At a glance
| Founded | 1970, as the College for Fashion and Textile Technology |
| Named after | Arieh Shenkar, a pioneer of Israel’s textile industry |
| Address | Anne Frank 12, Ramat Gan, Israel |
| Faculties | Pernick Faculty of Engineering; Azrieli Faculty of Design; Faculty of Art |
| Fashion degree | Bachelor of Fashion Design, 4 years |
What is it?
Shenkar opened in 1970 as the College for Fashion and Textile Technology, to train skilled people for Israel’s growing textile and clothing industry. Its first class had about 300 students.
In 1976 it was recognised as an institute of higher education, and in 1983 it became a public academy funded through the Council for Higher Education.
Today it has faculties of engineering, design and art. Fashion, textile and jewellery design are taught in the Azrieli Faculty of Design.
Fashion courses you can study
These are Shenkar’s fashion-related departments, with their official names:
- Department of Fashion Design (Bachelor of Fashion Design, 4 years)
- Textile Design
- Jewelry Design
Shenkar says its fashion programme includes guest lecturers, master classes and international internships.
How to apply
- Shenkar takes applications through the online registration page on its website. Requirements are listed for each department.
Entry requirements, fees and deadlines change every year. Always check the official website before you apply.
Sources
All facts on this page come from the official website of Shenkar. Last checked: 1 November 2026.