Postgraduate Module Descriptor

ARAM244: Politics and Economics of the Middle East

This module descriptor refers to the 2024/5 academic year.

Module Aims

The module aims to provide you with an understanding of the subjects of the politics and economics of the Middle East and North Africa. The module makes use of various books, practitioner reports and policy papers on politics and economics in the region, covering theoretical as well as empirical material. You will gain the skills to discuss the topics both in a country-specific and a broader setting, i.e., across the Middle East and North Africa.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

This module's assessment will evaluate your achievement of the ILOs listed here - you will see reference to these ILO numbers in the details of the assessment for this module.
On successfully completing the programme you will be able to:
Module-Specific Skills1. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of key issues in the debate on Middle East politics and economics, including international relations and development studies.
2. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the state of politics and economics in the Middle East and North Africa, not only at the regional level, but also in individual cases.
Discipline-Specific Skills3. Find, use and analyse secondary and primary data relevant to specific issue areas, particularly Middle Eastern current affairs.
4. Place issues discussed in a wider context and deploy critical arguments relevant to the field of Middle East politics and economics.
Personal and Key Skills5. Demonstrate critical and analytical skills through readings, class/group discussions and presentations.
6. Exhibit your ability to undertake political analysis at an advanced level.