We will examine water availability and use in Israel, and investigate the development of societies, both ancient and modern, under conditions of water scarcity. The course will include units in agricultural and water supply technologies, ancient desert societies, geopolitics of water - including water in the emerging Palestinian State, water resources economics and environmental problems associated with water. The course consists of lecture and discussion sections, short field trips, and one 4-day workshop. Also included in the course will be tours of Jerusalem and of Masada and the Dead Sea Basin. Applications accepted until 15 December.
Space is limited.
To ensure your place in the program, you are advised to apply early and before the deadline. Open to graduate students. For AU Undergraduates taking less than 17 credit hours, this course can count for one credit as part of your Spring Semester course load at no additional cost. For graduate student credit, see Prof. Culver. Opportunities for travel and study trips are included in the program.