ANTHRO 136 Arab Culture and Civilization

Multidisciplinary examination of the civilizations of the Arab world. Historical survey of Arab cultures including the origins of Islam and Golden Age of Arab Civilization, Arab nationalism, the Arab-Israeli conflict, Islamic fundamentalism and current events in the Arab world. Discussion of Arab culture including social structure, religion, the role of women, cultural and intellectual trends and the arts.

Units: 3.00

UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Lecture: Minimum 48 hours per semester

Departmental Recommendation: Eligibility for ENGL 101