Middle East and North Africa Studies
minor
Program at a Glance
College(s)/School(s)
College of Social SciencesThe Middle East and North Africa Studies minor offers interdisciplinary insights into the language, history, politics, and cultures of these regions. Analyze American and European interactions with the Middle East and North Africa while fostering cross-cultural understanding. Consider a study abroad experience to enrich your education and strengthen your linguistic knowledge. Deeping your appreciation of the cultures and traditions of the Middle East and North Africa will increase your global awareness while offering you invaluable research and critical thinking skills.
Degree Requirements
- Select one:
- ARAB 101 - Beginning Arabic I
- HBRW 101 - Beginning Hebrew I
- Select one:
- ARAB 102 - Beginning Arabic II (or higher)
- HBRW 102 - Beginning Hebrew II (or higher)
- IDST 265 - Introduction to Middle East and North Africa Studies
9 credits must be at the 300-400 level and from three different disciplines.
- ARAB 201 - Intermediate Arabic I or higher
- HBRW 201 - Intermediate Hebrew I or higher
- HIST 216 - Israel/Palestine: One Land, Two Peoples
- HIST 312 - Ancient Egypt
- HIST 375 - History of Modern Middle East
- HIST 376 - Modern North Africa
- HIST 403 - Ancient Persia
- HIST 415 - The Byzantine Empire
- HIST 479 - De-Colonizing the Middle East
- MLAN 220 - Gender in the Arab World
- PHIL 349 - Islamic Philosophy
- POLS 322 - Conflict and Peace Studies
- POLS 329 - International Human Rights
- POLS 330 - Middle Eastern Politics
- POLS 338 - Politics of Weapons Proliferation
- POLS 380 - Terrorism
- POLS 410 - Ethnic Conflict and Nationalism
- RSTD 218 - The Qur’an
- RSTD 265 - The Vision of Judaism
- RSTD 270 - The Vision of Islam
- RSTD 361 - Hebrew Bible
Career Options
- Diplomat/Foreign Service Officer
- International Development Specialist
- Journalist/Correspondent
- Policy Analyst/Researcher
- Arabic Language Instructor/Translator