Middle East Studies

Middle East Studies gives students an understanding of the history and culture of the multiple countries that make up the Middle East, from ancient through modern times. It is an interdisciplinary area of study that encompasses various aspects of the Middle East such as history, politics, religion, language, literature, art history, and more. Middle East Studies offers a way to investigate a region of the world from multiple perspectives engaging a variety of methods of study.
Degree Types: Bachelor of Arts, Minor
Tehran, Iran
Tehran, Iran

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Explores Middle Eastern history, politics, and culture. Equips students to advocate for justice in regional conflicts, promote cross-cultural understanding, and engage in policies addressing Middle Eastern affairs.

Focuses on the history, culture, and politics of the Middle East. Prepares students to engage in international diplomacy, influence media narratives on the region, and contribute to global conversations on Middle Eastern issues.

Degree Options

  • History
  • Jewish Studies
  • Political Science

About the Program

You might like this program if…

  • You want to do in depth research on the Middle East and hope to spend time abroad to learn the cultures and languages.
  • You want to pursue a career or engage in graduate studies in fields such as archaeology, philosophy, literature, religious studies, political sciences, and more.
  • You are interested in learning about the societies and cultures of ancient civilizations.
  • Communication Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Analytical Skills
  • Research
  • Organizational Skills

Coursework

  • Middle East History
  • Culture
  • Religion
  • Politics

Out-of-Classroom Experiences

  • The Israel Project
  • Penn State Division of Development and Alumni Relations
  • Global Connections
  • Council on Foreign Relations Meetings
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Career Paths

  • Director of Public Policy
  • Government Compliance Analyst
  • Corporate Communications Lead
  • Government Relations Manager
  • Records Technician
  • Research Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Professor
Business, Government, Higher Education, Human Rights, Media
  • TransPerfect
  • PwC
  • Deloitte
  • U.S. Army
  • Universities
  • Grassroots Campaigns
  • Fulcrum Concepts LLC
  • Latham & Watkins

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This program is housed 

in the Middle Eastern Studies program 
at Penn State University Park.
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