Coptic Study - Minor

Program Overview

AUC’s broad-based liberal arts education allows you to diversify your learning with a minor or two — helping you develop skills complementary to your primary area of study and demonstrating to potential employers that you have range. 

Captivated by the mysteries of ancient Egypt and its rich cultural legacy? The interdisciplinary minor in Coptic Studies will take you on a journey through the Coptic period, exploring its rich history, art, literature, and religion. Drawing primarily from the fields of Egyptology and Arabic Studies, this program provides a comprehensive overview of the period, from its early days to the present. You'll explore how the Coptic period arose from the Pharaonic period and evolved into the Islamic era and understand the intricate influences between different groups and how they manifested culturally. From social and political history to art and literature, you'll delve into every aspect of this fascinating period. Offerings from Political Science, Religion, Art History, History, and more, are included where appropriate.