Department of West Asian Studies and North African Studies

Other Programme

Dept. data last updated on :07/09/2026

Program Name :

Part - Time Diploma in West Asian Studies

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Number of Seats :

05

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Course Requirement :

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Program Educational Objectives (PEO's) :

The Program Educational Objectives describe what graduates of the Department are expected to achieve within a few years of their graduation. The PEOs of the Department of West Asian Studies and North African Studies, AMU, are:

PEO 1: Demonstrate specialised, interdisciplinary knowledge of the political, economic, historical, and socio-cultural dimensions of the WANA region.

PEO 2: Attain proficiency in Arabic/other regional languages and communicate effectively in academic, professional, and cross-cultural contexts.

PEO 3: Produce and contribute original research to national and international academic and policy discourse.

PEO 4: Apply conflict and peace studies frameworks to analyse regional issues and engage with policy challenges.

PEO 5: Perform effectively in diverse professional roles with ethical responsibility, global citizenship, and cultural sensitivity.

Program Outcomes (PO's) :

Programme Outcomes (POs) for a One-Year Part-Time Diploma in West Asian Studies

PO 1: Understand the basic geography, history, and regional setting of West Asia.

PO 2: Explain key political systems, governance structures, and regional dynamics.

PO 3: Describe the economic features, including oil economies and trade patterns.

PO 4: Analyse social and cultural aspects of West Asian societies.

PO 5: Develop basic Arabic language skills for elementary understanding and communication.

PO 6: Demonstrate awareness of contemporary regional issues and their global relevance.

Accreditation :

Yes