Program Overview
The Gulf Studies at Qatar University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Gulf Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Qatar and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Doha, Qatar
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Gulf Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Research Methodology
- Contemporary History and Politics in the Gulf
- State and Society in the Gulf
- International Relations of the Gulf
- Political Economy of the Gulf
- Thesis
- Politics of the Gulf
- City and Society in the Gulf
- Human Rights and the Gulf State
- The Arabian Peninsula Literature and Culture
- Security of the Gulf States
- Global Energy Geopolitics
- Environment and Climate Ecology
- Media and Information Communication Technology in the GCC
- Special Topics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree or higher received with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.8.
- Students must satisfy additional\xc2\xa0college/program\xc2\xa0specific admission requirements:
- All applicants to the Master of Art in Gulf Studies program who meet the following minimum criteria will be considered for admission to Qatar University:
- Completed a Bachelor degree with a grade point average of at least 2.80 out of 4.00, or equivalent, from a university or college accredited by an international accrediting association or by the Ministry of Higher Education or comparable in that country.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Qatar University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Qatar
University of Qatar
Doha, Qatar
University of Qatar is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
