Comparative and Middle East Politics and Society (CMEPS) Master of Arts
A joint Master's programme in political science with a specialized focus on the Middle East.
Best for:Best for students with a background in political science or Middle Eastern studies seeking a dual-degree international perspective.
Overview
The Comparative and Middle East Politics and Society (CMEPS) programme is a joint Master of Arts degree offered by the University of Tübingen and the American University in Cairo. This full-time, four-semester course provides rigorous training in political science while emphasizing regional expertise in the Middle East. Students engage in core political science modules, research methods, and intensive language training, with a mandatory study abroad semester at the partner institution. The curriculum culminates in a Master's thesis and an oral defense conducted before a joint committee of professors from both universities.
What you'll do
- Complete core political science coursework including comparative politics and regime change analysis.
- Participate in an integrated study abroad semester at the American University in Cairo.
- Undertake intensive Arabic language training tailored to individual proficiency levels.
- Conduct independent research for a Master's thesis under joint supervision.
- Present thesis proposals at the international CMEPS colloquium.
- Complete a mandatory internship during the course of the programme.
- Participate in oral defense examinations before a joint academic committee.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Arts or equivalent in political science, social science, Middle Eastern studies, or Islamic studies.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English (C1 level required; IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90).
Instruction: English
- Academic proficiency in political science or related social science disciplines.
- English language proficiency at C1 level (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90).
- Minimum Bachelor's grade of 2.5 or better on the German grading scale (for Tübingen applicants).
- Ability to engage in intensive language learning.
- Hold a BA degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
- Meet the specific GPA requirements of the respective home institution (2.5 German scale or 3.2 GPA at AUC).
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-05-15
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal. Required documents include a high school diploma, BA certificate, CV, letter of motivation, and proof of English language proficiency.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- BA certificate
- Transcripts of records
- High school diploma
- Proof of English language proficiency
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