HHS 135 Survey of the Islamic World

This course provides a survey of the origin and development of the modern Islamic World. Beginning in sixth-century Arabia, the course follows the theological and political development of the Muslim community. It explores the reasons for the great appeal Islam has had and the reasons for its spread throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Southern Asia as well as other regions of the world.

Credits

3

Distribution

Humanities and Social Sciences Program

Typically Offered Periods

Fall Semester Spring Semester