A Bachelor’s degree with a major (i.e. at least 90 ECTS credits) in a Social Sciences discipline or in History, Area Studies or equivalent. English course 6/English level 2 (advanced proficiency).
This programme provides you with an in-depth social-scientific knowledge of the Middle East of today. The social-scientific focus of the programme means that you will learn how to apply various theories and research methods to current events and debates in and about the region. You will study the populations, societies, politics and recent history of these countries. You will learn about the various factors that shape the Middle East. This includes topics like political systems, social and economic conditions, role of religion, nationalism, authoritarianism, activism, cultural and gender issues, to name a few. The programme also examines contemporary developments in the region in relation to diasporic communities and transnational connections.