POLIT 122 Politics of the Middle East

Survey of the political and social institutions in the Middle East. Study of political history and contemporary governments of the Arab states, Turkey, Iran and Israel, with special emphasis on the role of religion, oil and socioeconomic factors play in regional conflict.

Units: 3.00

UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable

Prerequisites: None

Lecture: Minimum 48 hours per semester

Departmental Recommendation: Eligibility for ENGL 101. Successful completion of POLIT 100 or POLIT 100H