Overview

Middle East Studies from The American University in Cairo focuses on the period from the 18th century onwards and addresses issues of religion, ecology, history, economy, society, polity, gender, and culture. Given the geographical location of Cairo, the program as a whole concentrates on the Arab region. The program is intended for students who wish to pursue a variety of careers such as academia, diplomacy, other government services, work with NGOs, development, business, finance, journalism, public relations and cultural affairs.

Careers

Graduates of the program hold positions in NGOs, governmental and private sector entities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Middle East Studies

Interdisciplinary Seminar in Middle East Studies

Islamic Institutions

Selected Topics in Middle Eastern History, 600-1800 AD

International Trade 1000 - 1700: Egypt and the Mediterranean - Red Sea Trade

Seminar on the Nineteenth-Century Middle East

Seminar on the Twentieth-Century Middle East

Economic Development in Middle East Countries

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2024-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5

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TOEFL^® IBT

45

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Middle Eastern studies View 5 other Masters in Middle Eastern studies in Egypt

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

5

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45

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Other requirements

General requirements

The master’s degree program in Middle East Studies is an interdisciplinary degree program. Applicants for admission should have an undergraduate degree of high standing (GPA of 3.0 or higher).

Applicants for graduate study must have an accredited Bachelor’s degree with an academic record at a level sufficient to qualify for full or provisional admission.

An online application for graduate studies

Online payment of the application fee

A statement of purpose

CV

At least two online letters of recommendation from persons familiar with your academic or professional background

Official academic records, of which one must be a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with proof of degree completion.

Satisfactory English language proficiency test results

Graduate students may be asked to demonstrate minimum competency in the use of computers and academic libraries as they relate to graduate study and research

One recent passport size photograph

Tuition Fee

Living costs for Cairo

5312 - 6846 EGP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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