Middle Eastern Studies: Introduction to Middle Eastern Studies

The course offers an introduction to the political and social development of the Middle East from the early 20th century to the present day. By applying social science theories and current research, you will gain the tools needed to understand the region's complexity and ongoing changes. You will explore how social structures have emerged locally, regionally, and globally.  

Throughout the course, you will learn about current events within a historical and theoretical framework, discuss various perspectives on societal development, and formulate your own questions about contemporary issues. You will also enhance your ability to critically evaluate, present, and discuss different explanations and narratives about the region. Teaching consists of lectures and seminars. 

Course literature

The course literature listed may be updated up to eight weeks before the course begins.

Prerequisites

A Bachelor's degree equivalent to 180 credits. Oral and written language skills in English corresponding to English 6/B from a Swedish upper secondary school is a requirement. Recognition of qualifications is based on national guidelines.

Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens

Citizens of countries outside:

• The European Union (EU)
• The European Economic Area (EEA) and
• Switzerland

are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 31,250
First payment: SEK 31,250

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.