Islamism and Ethno-nationalism in the Middle East since late 19:th Century: Interactions and Paradoxes

Education facts

Code: HI8069

This course discusses outlines along which ethno-nationalist and Islamist identities on national and regional levels have been constructed in the Middle East since the 19th century to the present time. Both identities emerged by advocating the idea of nation/umma and demanding national independence and sovereignty, primarily in cooperation with but — since the 1960s — in direct opposition to each other. The interaction and conflict will be covered throughout political, social and economical upheavals during the 20:th century to the present time, focusing on themes, such as democracy, secularization, anti-westernism and gender.

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree including a degree project of at least 15 credits. English 6 or equivalent.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Islamism and Ethno-nationalism in the Middle East since late 19:th Century: Interactions and Paradoxes

  Stockholm University

  Start date: 23 March 2026

  End date: 7 June 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %