AUP graduation ceremony at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.

Study Trip

Tunis: An Islamic City in a Globalizing World

Thursday, March 28, 2019 - 08:00 to Tuesday, April 2, 2019 - 21:00

ES/HI3017 The Islamic City
CM5005 Identify Formation in a Transnational World

In Tunisia, discover four of the most significant historic cities in North Africa: Carthage, and the beautiful Roman site of Dougga, Kairouan, the first Islamic foundation in the Maghreb and Tunis, heir to ancient Carthage. Linked to HI 3017 The Islamic City, hear about the problems facing postrevolutionary Tunisia in managing its historic heritage. Learn about the structure and aesthetics of the Islamic city, discover the problems of building conservation and re-use.

Led by Professors Justin McGuinness and Waddick Doyle
Cost: 915€ (includes round-trip air transportation, hotel accommodation with breakfast, on-site transportation, entrance fees, guided visits, professors’ trip costs and VAT)

Last day to register/cancel: January 27
Late cancelation fee: 915€

Payment for study trips must be made no later than February 8 for the Spring 2019 semester. Any concerns in this regard should be addressed to the Cultural Program & Student Accounting Services.