Topics in Political Science (242-0-72)

Topic

Gulf Society and Politics

Instructors

Haya Gabr Al-Noaimi

Meeting Info

Northwestern Qatar Room 2-258: Tues, Su 10:00AM - 11:15AM (AST)

Overview of class

This class investigates important themes of contemporary Gulf society and politics: the impact of oil wealth on social and political development, and changing notions of citizenship, gender roles, and social choices in the Gulf. Political readings are combined with literature and film from the Gulf region. Students should end the class with a better understanding of the rapid development and transformation of Gulf society and politics, and the challenges still facing the region.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: None

Open to first year students and sophomores and ABP Dual Enrolled students

Open for cross-registration

Satisfies Middle East Studies Minor

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: NUQ: Seats are reserved for Sophomore and Freshmen only.