Duke University Asian & Middle Eastern Studies

GRADUATE STUDIES AT DUKE:

Duke University is committed to supporting strong programs in Middle East Studies and Islamic Studies distinguished by Duke's characteristic interdisciplinary and comparative approach to scholarship. In recent years, our traditional strength in humanities has been complemented by the addition of social science faculty, courses and students.

The Graduate School does not offer advanced degrees in Middle East studies or Islamic Studies. Instead, our faculty and graduate students pursue their studies within departments where they specialize in the study of Islam and Muslims. 

The Middle East Studies and Islamic Studies faculty, course offerings and library resources available to students at Duke are enhanced by the close collaboration between Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill. We have recently launched a joint Duke-UNC Graduate Certificate in Middle East Studies to provide students with a credential for their Middle East Studies expertise.

Duke-UNC Graduate Islamic Studies Conference:

This annual conference, now in its 9th year, is held each spring. It is organized by Duke and UNC graduate students, who select the theme and put together the conference program.  See a list of past conference themes.

If you are interested in helping plan this conference, , DUMESC Program Coordinator.

Graduate Speakers Bureau:

We are often contacted by schools and organizations seeking speakers about the Middle East. If you would like to learn about our Speakers Bureau, email or , the Outreach Coordinator at UNC.