Department of History and International Relations

Academic Programs

Bachelor of History and International Relations

Department of History is one of the most important sources of learning and knowledge. The importance of this department stems from the fact that it focuses on the study of the history of the most important creature on Earth, that is, the human being. The benefits and aims of the study of history are not limited to the understanding and interpretation of past events; they are also of paramount significance to the present and future of human societies in that we can learn important lessons from past experiences. The Department therefore focuses on the core branches of history: Ancient History, Middle Ages, Islamic History, and Modern and Contemporary History. These sub-fields expose students to the history of past societies and cultures as well as their development across ages.

Vision

The Department of History and International Relations aspires to excel in offering quality education, research endeavors, and community services, as well as in enhancing the national identity.

Mission

The Department of History and International Relations strives to equip students with comprehensive knowledge in history and international relations to enable them to acquire the learning abilities and skills necessary for high career performance and for keeping pace with contemporary developments. The Department also seeks to expose students to history-oriented research and its relevant methods as well as technological tools that can help them conduct studies that comply with academic and ethical criteria and can contribute to the provision of the needs of the community and the labor market as well.

Aims

1. To prepare research scholars in the field of history and international relations.
2. To equip students with specialist knowledge in history and international relations that can enable them to bring out the significance of history in analyzing and interpreting societal issues as well as in exploring the future.
3. To contribute to the offering of services to the community through delivering lectures to educate the public and participating in workshops organized within or outside the campus of Sana’a University.
4. To enhance students’ national and religious identity.
5. To raise awareness of Yemen’s history and civilization across ages as well as of its relations with other countries across the globe.
6. To prepare leaders capable of shaping and influencing public opinion for the good of the country’s prosperity and security.
7. To prepare intellectually and professionally competent specialists capable of contributing to the development of the country.
8. To draw attention to Islamic history and its high-profile figures and authorities.
9. To draw attention to some distorted and fake historical information that needs to be rectified.

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Diploma for Non-Specialists

Master of History and International Relations

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PhD History and International Relations

Faculty Members

Professor

Abdul Hakeem Abdul Majeed Al-Hajari

Modern and Contemporary History

Sana'a University

Professor

Omat Al-Ghafoor Abdulrahman Ali Al-Amir

Modern and Contemporary History

Sana'a University

Professor

Omat Al-Malik Ismail Qasem Al-Thawr

Modern and Contemporary History

Islamic History

Sana'a University

Assistant Professor

Islamic History

Sana'a University

Teaching Assistant

Mohammed Hameed Ali Ahmed Al-Siaghi

Modern and Contemporary History

Sana'a University

Faculty of Arts & Humanities

Faculty of Arts & Humanities Sana'a University