Program Overview
A BA in Middle East Studies is available through the Department of Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies (MEAMS). The program gives students the choice to pursue one of two distinct tracks: Middle East Studies (General) and Arabic Studies. The Middle East Studies (General) track offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex historical, cultural, political, literary and linguistic dynamics of the region. The Arabic Studies track focuses on Arabic language and literature as gateways to the culture and civilization of the Arabic-speaking world. In both tracks, students develop deep regional expertise while gaining critical foreign language, analytical and research skills. Students also have the opportunity to study Persian and Turkish.
Degrees Offered
- BA in Arabic Studies
Minors
- Arabic Studies
Internships, Research Opportunities and More
Internship possibilities may reflect your larger interests such as a legal, medical, government or business-oriented internship, and could even include an archeological field school experience.
The department highly recommends study abroad in the Arabic-speaking world, as well as in Turkey.
Coursework
Some courses to consider in your first year:
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After You Graduate
Students majoring in Middle East Studies increasingly find themselves in demand for careers in business, foreign service, academics, defense, intelligence and national security. The major pairs well with the study of history, business, banking, economics, philosophy, pre-law, medicine, art history, comparative literature, political science, anthropology, Africana studies and Judaic studies. This major is excellent preparation for a PhD program.
Career possibilities are vast and include:
- diplomat
- editor
- grant writer
- lawyer
- legislative aide
- librarian
- public administrator
- security/law-enforcement specialist
- teacher
- technical writer
- university/college professor
