GEOG-221: Geography of the Middle East (2018-2019)

Catalog Info

Effective Term
Fall 2016
WebAdvisor Title
Geography of the Middle East
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description

Examines the cultural geography of Middle Eastern peoples, and the social, historical, economic and political geographies of the region. Includes an overview of the physical environment, and an examination of common stereotypes, perception of people and place, Arab immigration and settlement in the United States, and current Arab American issues.

Pre-requisites
GEOG-131 or GEOG-132 or GEOG-138
Co-requisites
GEOG-131 or GEOG-132 or GEOG-138
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
Yes
MTA Categories
  • Category 4: Social Sciences
General Education Categories
  • Social Sciences