Islamic Archaeology

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Program Overview

The "Islamic Archaeology" specialization is a branch of humanities dedicated to studying the material, architectural, and artistic heritage of Islamic civilization, from the beginning of the Islamic call to later periods. This study is conducted through the analysis of buildings, manuscripts, inscriptions, archaeological finds, and other historical evidence.

This is done within an academic context that integrates historical, archaeological, and artistic knowledge, relying on modern scientific research methodologies

The objectives of this program are

  • Understanding and documenting Islamic heritage
  • Developing scientific research skills
  • Contributing to the preservation of cultural identity
  • Participating in the promotion of cultural tourism and connecting the past with the present


Teaching Language : Arabic

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses

Semester 1

Course Language

Arabic - Architecture of the Islamic East

Arabic - Numismatics of the Islamic East

Arabic - Archaeological Inscriptions (1)

Arabic - History of Islamic Art

Semester 2

Course Language

Arabic - Architecture of the Islamic Maghreb

Arabic - Numismatics of the Islamic Maghreb

Arabic - Archaeological Inscriptions (2)

Arabic - Andalusian-Maghrebi Art

Semester 3

Course Language

Arabic - Architecture of Algeria in the Islamic Period

Arabic - Traditional Architecture in Algeria

Arabic - Crafts and Applied Arts

English - Foreign Language

Semester 4

Personal Work (dissertation preparation)

Field Internship (museums, archaeological sites)

Colloquiums

Advanced Topics

Semester 1

Course Language

Arabic - Archaeological Research Methodology

Arabic - Typology and Classification Techniques

Arabic - Sources of Islamic Maghreb History

Arabic - Archaeology of Popular Resistance

Semester 2

Course Language

Arabic - Archaeological Research Methodology

Arabic - Automated Image Processing Techniques

Arabic - Communication

Arabic - Museum Display

Semester 3

Course Language

Arabic - Research Training Workshops

Arabic - Automated Archaeological Survey Techniques

Arabic - Entrepreneurship

Arabic - History of Islamic Archaeology Research in Algeria

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