Islamic Art and Architecture - 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. 

Discover the rich cultural heritage of the Arab-Islamic world with this minor program, designed for students who have a keen interest in art, architecture and the monuments produced in various parts of the Islamic world. The program focuses on the built environment and artifacts that have survived from different time periods and regions of the Islamic world. As a student, you will gain a deeper appreciation of the culture and history of the Islamic world and develop essential skills in architecture, interior design, heritage management and research. The minor program is perfect for students who aspire to pursue a successful career in these fields, as well as those who wish to pursue graduate studies in Islamic Art and Architecture history.