Elevate your study abroad experience with a recognized Micro-credential. This unique, interdisciplinary program is designed for Erasmus students who wish to gain regional expertise in two of the world's most dynamic regions: the Middle East and Africa.

• Academic Year: Starting from 2026/2027.
• Location: Pilsen, Czech Republic — a vibrant student city and the world capital of beer.
• Boost Your CV: Gain a recognized Micro-credential from the University of West Bohemia.
• International Classroom: Learn alongside students from around the world in the heart of Europe.

Program Overview

• Guarantor: doc. PhDr. Jan Záhořík, Ph.D..
• Lecturers: Mgr. Václava Tlili, doc. Monika Baumanová, M.A., Ph.D., Mgr. Veronika Sobotková, Ph.D., Mgr. Zbyněk Tarant, Ph.D..
• Workload: 780 hours total (300 contact hours / 480 e-learning hours).
• Credits: 30 ECTS (fully recognized).
• Format: Blended learning (combination of in-person and online activities).

Annotation

The program offers an interdisciplinary approach, combining history, anthropology, sociology, and political science. It is taught entirely in English and focuses on the historical, social, and political transformations of the Middle East and Africa.

Course Structure

The program consists of three core modules (10 ECTS each):

1. Africa (KBS/1AFC): Covers decolonization, systems of governance, military dictatorships, and 21st-century economic growth.
2. Middle East (KBS/1MEC): Focuses on post-WWII history, major conflicts, Islamic movements, and the Arab Spring.
3. Colonialism and Postcolonialism (KBS/1COC): Examines the construction of racial categories, gender, nationalism, and globalization.

Target Group

This program is the best fit for Erasmus students enrolled in:

• Political Science and International Relations.
• Security and Development Studies.
• History, Anthropology, and Area Studies.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Explain the historical development of the region in the post-colonial era.
• Identify and characterize socio-political and economic problems in contemporary societies.
• Differentiate various causes and consequences of specific regional trends.

Conditions for Obtaining the Certificate

The micro-credential is awarded based on a composite evaluation:

• Active Participation: Attendance and engagement in seminars and group work.
• Written Examination: A paper on a selected topic.
• Presentation: Analytical work with scholarly sources.

Final Oral Exam: A comprehensive evaluation to conclude the program.