Overview

The Islamic Art program at Lebanese American University (LAU) aims to encourage studies and research in Islamic art and architecture that enrich current literature while also finding application in artistic and design practice. It also prepares students to pursue doctoral studies in the field and eventually embark on academic careers.

Key Facts

The M.A. in Islamic Art is geared towards students in art, architecture, and design majors who are interested in further developing their knowledge of the material culture of Islamic civilizations across history, and into the contemporary times. This program benefits from the rich Umayyad, Mamluk and Ottoman Architecture in Lebanon and the region, and builds upon it to form the material for research and study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Byzantine & Early Islamic Art & Architecture

The Art & Architecture of the Ayyubids & the Mamluks

Identity and Modernity in the Middle East

Ornament in Islamic Art & Architecture

Calligraphy in Islamic Art & Architecture

Geometry in Islamic Art & Architecture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Beirut, Lebanon

Disciplines

Islamic Studies Art Education

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

One recent passport-size photo.

A photocopy of your identity card or passport

A clear photocopy of your Family Civil Status record

Certified copies of educational or professional certificates or diplomas.

Official updated university transcripts from all universities you attended

Equivalency of your bachelor’s degree from the Lebanese Ministry of Higher Education

A certified copy of your official secondary diploma

Recommendations from two professors who are familiar with your academic performance.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

478 USD / year

≈ 478 USD / year
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Citizens or residents

478 USD / year

≈ 478 USD / year

Living costs

Beirut

Lebanon

750 - 1600 USD / month

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Beirut

Funding

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