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Advanced Topics in Political Theory (309-0-70)

Topic

Islam & Politics Mid East

Instructors

Khaled Al Hroub

Meeting Info

Northwestern Qatar Room 2-257: Mon, Tues, Wed, Su 8:30AM - 11:00AM (AST)

Overview of class

This course focuses on the dynamics of politics and religion in the Middle East either by states or non-state actors as from the turn of 20th century. It starts with examining notions of politics and leadership in early Islamic tradition including power, legitimacy and umma community; then proceeds to examine how and why these notions have evolved in time and space leading to political forms adopted and advocated by modern forms of Islamism.

Registration Requirements


  • Prerequisites: None

  • Open to Sophomore and above

  • Open for cross-registration

  • Satisfies Middle East Studies Minor

  • Students who have earned credit for POLI_SCI 242-0 Topics in Political Science: Islamism & Politics Mid East or POLI_SCI 309-0 Adv Topics in Political Theory: Islamism & Politics Mid East may not earn credit for POLI_SCI 309-0

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Registration is reserved for sophomore, juniors, and seniors only.