Concentration in Advanced Language Proficiency
The Master of Arts program in Near Eastern Studies with a concentration in Advanced Language Proficiency allows students room in their plan of study to pursue additional graduate-level language credits toward their degree, thereby encouraging advanced and literary proficiency in a Middle Eastern language.
Concentration in Museum Studies
The Master of Arts program in Near Eastern Studies with a concentration in museum studies is designed for those who intend to pursue careers in museums and cultural organizations and for those currently employed in the field who wish to acquire formal training. Students in Joint Degree Programs who are enrolled for Concentration in Museum Studies must take two out of five lecture and seminar courses, excluding Independent Study courses.
For any questions about the Museum Studies concentration, please contact: dominik.izdebski@nyu.edu
Concentration in International Relations
The Master of Arts program in Near Eastern Studies with a concentration in International relations prepares students for careers as professionals, practitioners, and scholars in the field of international relations; the concentration is designed to train students as Middle East area specialists for future work in government service, think tanks, multilateral organizations, private corporations, consulting firms, or non-governmental organizations.
For any questions about the IR concentration, please contact: ir.masters@nyu.edu