
The Department of
Middle East Studies
About the Department
The Department of Middle East Studies welcomes students of all backgrounds who seek a superb academic foundation in the history, cultures, and conflicts of the region and who wish to experience its richness and complexity firsthand.
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Why study Middle East Studies at BGU?

Learn Arabic in Arabic!
Our department has the most advanced and innovative Arabic program in Israel.

Leading Academic Department
Comprehensive and exciting curriculum in Middle East Studies.

Teaching Certificate
We provide a teaching certificate in Arabic

Wide Range of Courses
Middle Eastern politics, economics, law, history, religions, cultures, and languages; from Morocco to Iran.

Touring Courses Overseas
Come study with us in Morocco, Dubai, India and more!

Unlock New Worlds!
We also offer courses in Persian and Turkish