Course Details
Country:
Jordan
Institution:
External - UVA in Jordan
Course Title:
Cultural Authenticity in a Modern Middle Eastern Society
Course Number:
MEST 3225
Course Description:
Course Information:
This course is intended for students with a variety of interests and majors, particularly - but not limited to - Middle Eastern Studies, Global Studies, and Foreign Affairs or Politics. As an English language-taught course, this program is a good opportunity for students who have an interest in the region but who don't necessarily have proficiency in Arabic (though traveling to Jordan is an excellent chance to practice the language for those who do!). The course is an approved elective for several Global Studies tracks: Global Development Studies, Global Security & Justice, and Global Studies – Middle East & South Asia.
Course Objectives
This course will enable students to: Develop cultural competence Increase knowledge of the diverse Arab cultures, dialects and history, while broadening understanding of the history of Jordan Discover ancient sites and traditional food that very few people get to see and try in an authentic
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
INTS 399
Attachment Files:
MEST 3225 syllabus J-Term 2023.pdf
