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Middle East and North Africa Studies Certificate

Middle East and North Africa Studies Certificate

The Middle East and North Africa Studies Certificate program provides an interdisciplinary understanding of the history and contemporary dynamics of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

The curriculum draws on the expertise of diverse faculty from across the social sciences and humanities whose training, research and teaching center on the MENA region. This is all the more important to address given the immense importance of the MENA region to a variety of careers, including education, journalism, international affairs, public policy, economic development, and security.

Careers with a MENA Certificate

Knowledge of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has become increasingly central to a range of professional careers, including those in the educational, media, policy, financial, and defense sectors.

This certificate program provides students with much-needed knowledge on the geography, history and contemporary politics of the region. After graduation, students will be better able to both compete in the job market and succeed in their jobs.

In addition, all of these opportunities serve to better prepare students for potential graduate study in a discipline or program focused on the MENA region.

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  • Admission to the Certificate

    This program is designed to complement the existence of area studies certificate programs for Latin America, Africa, Southeast Asia, East Asia, Europe, and other regions/sub-regions.

    To apply, use the form on this page: Declaring & Changing Majors & Minors in Arts & Sciences

  • Courses & Curriculum

    The Middle East and North Africa Studies Certificate program requires a minimum 2.0 GPA and 15 hours. All students take HIST 3371 - Middle East History 1500 to the present, followed by interdisciplinary and elective courses.

    View Certificate Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog

Contact Us

If you have questions or would like more information about the Middle East and North Africa Certificate, contact Dr. Miriam Shadis.