PhD in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies - Arabic and Islamic Civilization in Waltham United States | Brandeis University

The doctoral program in Arabic and Islamic Civilizations (AIC) equips students with expertise in Islamic world texts and cultures, particularly focusing on the Arab region and its diverse religious and cultural traditions.

Dissertation topics can explore specific elements of these traditions or undertake comparative analyses. Through rigorous training, the program develops students' ability to conduct research using primary sources in original languages, building comprehensive skills that form the basis for lifelong academic research and instruction.

The curriculum prioritizes textual analysis in original languages across three key disciplines: religious studies, literary works, and historical writings.