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Browse Programs Admission InformationThe History of the Islamic West in the Middle Ages program provides a comprehensive study of the political and economic history of the medieval Maghreb, with a focus on economic activities, institutions, and urban centers. The program also covers the history of sciences, legal schools, Sufi currents, and cultural exchanges between the Mashriq and the Islamic West, as well as the relations of the Islamic West with the Christian world and Sudan. Students also acquire skills in historical research methodology, source and geographical document analysis, manuscript editing, the use of artificial intelligence and open-source programming, along with English as a key tool for academic research. This program offers students a unique opportunity to delve into the history of the Islamic West and understand its role in the global civilizational heritage, making it an ideal choice for those seeking academic excellence and a distinguished research path.
The Master’s program in History of the Islamic West in the Middle Ages welcomes ambitious students eager to engage in an outstanding research journey on the history of the Islamic West. Applicants holding a Bachelor’s degree in History or related fields are eligible, with priority given to those demonstrating a deep interest in the history of the Islamic Maghreb and its civilizational relations with the Mashriq, the Christian world, and Sudan. Admission also requires approval from the academic program committee to ensure the student’s interests align with the program’s objectives. This specialization provides the opportunity to develop skills in scientific research, critical analysis, and the use of modern digital tools, preparing students for a promising academic and research future and placing them on the path to excellence in Islamic and historical studies.
The advanced courses in the History of the Islamic West in the Middle Ages program allow students to explore complex civilizational interactions, the development of kingdoms and states, scientific and intellectual movements, as well as economic and political relations between the Islamic Maghreb and its regional and international environment. The program also emphasizes critical analysis of historical sources, manuscripts, geographical documents, and modern digital resources, including artificial intelligence and open-source programming to support academic research. Through these courses, students become researchers capable of understanding history in depth, reading the connections between civilizations, and developing advanced research skills, making this program an ideal opportunity for academic excellence and engagement in advanced research on the history of the Islamic West.
The program is open to students who have the interest and readiness to engage in historical research, particularly those in the LMD system. Priority is given to students holding a Bachelor’s degree in History, subject to the approval of the academic team of the “History and Civilization of the Ancient Maghreb” specialization. The program aims to attract ambitious students eager to explore the civilizational roots of North Africa and to acquire skills in scientific research and critical analysis of historical sources.
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