PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Persian and Iranian Studies

University of Arizona

The Ph.D. in Persian and Iranian Studies prepares you for work in institutions of higher education where expert knowledge of Iran and other Persian-speaking societies is required. The degree focuses on modern or classical Persian literature and culture, as well as history, religion, social organization and politics in Iran and other Persian-speaking societies. Earning the Ph.D. requires core and elective coursework and a dissertation. You will work with a faculty advisor for your dissertation and present your scholarship during a dissertation defense. Fourth-year proficiency in Persian is required, as is reading knowledge of French, German or another relevant language.

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