Spring 2026
Migration, Cultural Identity and Global Citizenship
Dates: January 17, 2026 - May 12, 2026Day/Time: Tuesday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
Level: 300-Level
Certificate: Global Studies
Instructor: Hidayet Siddikoglu, American University of Afghanistan
This course introduces students to the key facts and trends of international migration. It explores fundamental questions such as: Why do people migrate? What are the social and economic consequences of migration for the countries and families left behind? What are the implications of highly skilled migration? What role do migrant remittances play? And what challenges do researchers face in identifying the impacts of migration? Migration will be studied in relation to climate change, conflict, and demographic shifts such as aging populations. Through case studies from Pakistan, Iran, and Türkiye, students will critically examine migration policies, governance structures, and their effects on both migrants and host societies, with particular attention to cultural adaptation and global citizenship.
Credits: 3 US / 6 ECTS