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Middle Eastern and North African Studies

Interest in the Middle East and North Africa has increased with the recent developments in the regions. This has resulted in an increasing need for people with knowledge about the contemporary developments in the Middle East and North Africa.

Subject description

During your studies of Middle Eastern and North Africa Studies you will learn about the region’s history, religions, social life, literature, culture, media, economics and politics, as well as research methodology and critical thinking.

Career opportunities

Middle East and North Africa studies are highly relevant for those who want to work, or already have jobs, in government, industry, trade, civil society and the media, where good knowledge of the Middle East and North Africa's history, religions, culture and politics is required.

Courses and programmes

Courses and programmes within the subject area.

Degree

To receive a bachelor’s degree in Middle Eastern Lagugages and Cultures, you enrol in our freestanding courses or one of the programmes listed under “Education”.

To receive a master’s degree in Middle Eastern Lagugages and Cultures, you enrol in the master’s programmes listed under “Education”.

More information about degrees at Stockholm University

Research

Stockholm University conducts research in the fields of literature, history, religion and sociolinguistics.

Contact

Contact the Student Office at the Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies if you have questions about studying Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures at Stockholm University.

Student Office, Student Counsellor and International Coordinator

For questions and concerns regarding your future studies, study environment and issues regarding your studies, contact the Student Counsellor by sending an email. At the Student Office you can register for courses, get study certificates and obtain help with other administrative matters concerning your studies. Contact the Student Office and Student Counsellor by email.