Metropolises of the Modern Arab World

HI1016 History of the Middle East II
ME2091 Refugees and Migration in the Middle East

The city-states of the Arab Gulf have gained increasing prominence in recent years by hosting major international events and playing an important role in regional diplomacy. Explore the gleaming metropolises of Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, learning about their contemporary identity and older Arab heritage and relationship to the wider region. Visit the neighboring emirate of Qatar, home of one of the Arab world’s most respected media outlets and a major player in international business and diplomacy.  
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Led by Professors David Tresilian & Ziad Majed
Trip cost: €1995
Includes round-trip transportation to destination, hotel accommodations with breakfast, local visits, professors’ trip costs, and VAT.

Last day to register/cancel: Jan. 21, 2024 • Late cancelation fee: Full cost of trip
Payment for study trips must be made no later than Jan. 21 for the Spring 2024 semester. Any concerns in this regard should be addressed to the Cultural Program Office and Student Accounting Services.