Arabic Studies
| Specialisation of: | Middle Eastern Studies |
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| Degree: | Master of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Start date: | September, February |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 60842 |
The Arabic Studies specialisation explores the language, literature, history and cultures of the Arab world. As a student of this specialisation you will investigate the range and richness of its influence on societies across the globe.
Key features of the programme are its academic rigour and its emphasis on linguistic immersion.
Students are expressly stimulated to acquire broad practical experience in the field of study. The Arabic Studies department participates in study abroad programmes in Cairo and Rabat, and organises collaborative exchanges with the University of Amsterdam. Participation in these programmes will be an integral element of your study.
Staff
Professors teaching this programme:
- Prof.dr. T. Atabaki (Political history of the modern Middle East and Central Asia)
- Prof.dr. A. Bayat (Modern Middle East)
- Prof. L.P.H.M. Buskens (Culture, law and Islam in contemporary Middle Eastern societies)
- Prof. dr. P. Sijpesteijn (Arabic language and culture)
- Prof. dr. H.J. Stroomer (Berber, South Semitic)
- Prof. dr. E.J. Zürcher (Turkish languages and cultures)
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