Dr. Kamran Aghaie

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kamran Scot Aghaie is an Associate Professor in the area of Liberal Arts at the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in Islamic studies, Shi'ism, and modern Iranian history. He completed his Ph.D. in 1999 from the University of California at Los Angeles. His academic interests encompass a range of topics including historiography, religious studies, nationalism, gender studies, and economic history. He is well-versed in modern Islamic history, Shi'i symbols and rituals, and the socio-cultural history of religious political discourse. Aghaie teaches courses related to nationalisms and engagements in the Middle East, employing various pedagogical methods and materials to explore the intricate relations between politics, identity, and religion in the region.

Research Interests

Courses

MES 385 • Nationalisms Middle East 42035 • Fall 2025 MES 323C • Engaging Middle East 40630 • Spring 2025 MES 301L • Mid East: Adj/Chg Mdrn Time 40595 • Spring 2025 MES 385 • Mid East Police/Criminals 39610 • Fall 2024 MES 343 • Middle East Outlaws/Lawmen 39595 • Fall 2024 GOV 366U • Middle East Outlaws/Lawmen 37380 • Fall 2024 R S 314K • Mid East: Rel/Cul/Hist Fnd 42790 • Fall 2023 PRS 329 • Cops/Criminals Iran 41075 • Fall 2023 MES 301K • Mid East: Rel/Cul/Hist Fnd 40510 • Fall 2023 306K • Mid East: Rel/Cul/Hist Fnd 38650 • Fall 2023

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.