中东研究是对一个复杂而迷人的地区的政治，历史和文化进行跨学科研究的方法。核心模块将向您介绍该地区的文化，宗教和种族以及阿拉伯和伊斯兰历史的多样性。然后，您将通过选择可选模块来学习专业知识，这些模块包括阿拉伯媒体和流行文化，以及中东和北非的阿以冲突和民主化。政治让您深入了解现代政治制度的制度和实践，以及支撑它们的理论以及它们塑造社会的方式以及受到社会塑造的方式。核心模块和可选模块的组合将为您提供全球政治思想，挑战和体制的坚实基础，同时使您能够在自己感兴趣的领域中发展专业知识。<br> <br>在本课程中，您
In this degree, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of two subject areas: the history, politics, religion and culture of the Middle East, and the study of politics more broadly. This allows you to analyse the complex political circumstances that shape our world today.You’ll build your knowledge of key themes in Middle Eastern studies, from the early history of the Arabs and Islam to the complex international relations of today. Speaking Arabic isn’t a requirement for this course, but you can choose Arabic language modules to develop those skills throughout your degree.You’ll also develop your understanding of political theory and systems of government around the world. You’ll study the mechanisms of power and influence of politics in public life, exploring the real politics behind the headlines and constructing practical solutions to political challenges.With the international outlook and knowledge you develop, you’ll be well prepared for a career in a range of fields. Students on this course can also apply for study abroad or a work placement in their final year.Specialist facilitiesWith a variety of specialist facilities and four libraries on campus, you’ll find plenty of space for study, group work and research.The world-class Brotherton Library is home to a wide variety of manuscripts, archive and early printed material in its Special Collections – valuable assets for your independent research. These include rare copies of magazines and unpublished letters, with materials across the range of languages that we teach, from medieval Latin to the Leeds Russian Archive. Our main library resources are also excellent, and the University Library offers a comprehensive training programme to help you make the most of them.Our departmental archive contains Arabic manuscripts, as well as 10,000 archaeological artefacts that range from the Pharaonic to the early Palestinian eras. It’s a fantastic research resource – as is the University Library, which has extensive collections relating to Middle Eastern and Islamic studies. The University Library runs free classes and workshops so you can learn how to use them.If you choose to study language modules, our Language Zone gives you access to free learning resources, including space for personal study, language learning software, and video, audio, books and magazines.Take a look around our libraries:Brotherton Library Laidlaw Library Edward Boyle Library