Program Details
The greater North African region known as the Maghreb is a crossroads of histories and cultures, religions and geographies. Dive deeper into these societies and learn Modern Standard Arabic during the six-week program. Housing and cultural events included
- Location:
- Rabat, Morocco
- Program Type:
- Study Abroad
- Degree Level:
- Undergraduate
- Term:
- Summer
Program Overview
- Program Description:
The greater North African region known as the Maghreb is a crossroads of histories and cultures, religions and geographies. Dive deeper into these societies and learn Modern Standard Arabic during the six-week Contemporary Maghreb program. APA begins with a comprehensive three-day orientation to introduce and prepare students for their upcoming term. Please visit the APA website for the program's start and end dates.
Academic Program
- Choose two courses, taught in English:
- *Mandatory: Modern Standard Arabic (beginner, intermediate, or advanced)
- Gender and Sexuality in North Africa
- History of Colonial and Postcolonial North Africa
- Language, Identity, and the Politics of Memory in Contemporary Morocco
- Political Islam
- Social Movements in the Maghreb
- Academic support available
Culture Package
- Cultural events and outings
- Conversational Darija classes
Housing
- Homestay with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Extend Your Stay Two More Weeks
Consider staying in Rabat for a total of eight weeks and volunteer at a local NGO for the last two weeks of the program.
- Choose two courses, taught in English:
- Setting Description:
- Spend the summer in sunny Rabat, Morocco located along the North African Mediterranean coast. Influenced by African, European, and Middle Eastern societies, this coastal capital city is a unique blend of cultures.
- Cost:
- Please visit the APA website for up-to-date program fees.
Additional Program Information
- Requirements:
- 3.0 GPA, sophomore standing and above
- Scholarships:
- Yes
- Scholarships Description:
- Two scholarships are available: Social Media Leadership and Visual Media. For award amounts, deadlines, and the application, visit the APA website.
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