Department of Near & Middle Eastern Civilizations

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Learn about the department’s long history and its diverse programs.

Read about the most recent discoveries and ongoing conservation efforts at Tell Tayinat and learn about other groundbreaking research projects led by our faculty members.

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Faculty Publications

View the many published works by our globally renowned scholars.

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COVID-19 Office Closure

The Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations offices at Bancroft Hall are currently closed until further notice.

This decision aligns with the University of Toronto’s institutional response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its continued effort to limit the spread of COVID-19. All staff are working remotely and may be contacted via email.