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Bachelor of Middle East & Islamic Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Middle East & Islamic Studies is a Bachelor degree offered by University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 23, 2027.

About Bachelor of Middle East & Islamic Studies

Develop an Appreciation of the Region's Culture

Learn about cultures, histories, languages, religions, geographies, politics and literature of the Middle East. Our program takes an interdisciplinary approach to the cultures of this region, which has had an important impact on the development of our civilization and plays a vital role in today's world community.

You will explore the Middle East from ancient times to the modern period and study historical and interdisciplinary analysis methods. You are expected to reach an intermediate level of proficiency in Arabic, the most widely spoken language in the region and the liturgical language of Islam.

Gain an intermediate level of proficiency in Arabic

Study Middle Eastern civilizations, histories, languages and religions

Understand the region's impact on the global community

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Middle East & Islamic Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Entry Requirements

Completed online application.
- Fall Deadline: April 1
- Spring Deadline: October 15
Non-refundable $80 application fee (check or money order in U.S. dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank, payable to UNCW).
Official high school (secondary school) transcript, translated into English (translation must be certified).
Translated transcripts from institutions attended beyond secondary school.
- If the applicant wishes to receive academic credit, these transcripts (unless from a U.S. institution) must be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation service. The applicant must choose a company that belongs to the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES).
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, or Pearson Test of English score unless:
- English is applicant's native language.
- Applicant has completed 2 college-level courses in English composition at a U.S. college or university with a grade of B or higher.
- A student successfully completes Level 4 in UNCW's ESL program.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Middle East & Islamic Studies

Knowledge of the Middle East is useful in careers such as:

An understanding of Middle Eastern cultures is a valued skill in international business.

Arabic language skills are important to diplomatic careers.

The minor can lead to teaching and tutoring careers.

The ability to speak Arabic is a valuable skill in the tourism industry.

An understanding of Middle Eastern cultures is important to international law and the global community.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Middle East & Islamic Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Middle East & Islamic Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Common Application: Application option 1 for future first-year students.

UNCW Application: Application option 3 for future first-year students and students enrolling in an online accelerated program such as RN to BSN or RRT to BSRT.

Bachelor of Middle East & Islamic Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen