Landscape Fieldwork in Tunisia: Winter Term Study Excursion

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Join the Winter Term Program with Harvard's Center for Middle Eastern Studies.

January 6–22, 2026

Lead Faculty: Gareth Doherty, Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture, Harvard Graduate School of Design, gdoherty@gsd.harvard.edu

Program Manager: Sihem Lamine, Associate Director of Harvard CMES Tunis Office, sihem_lamine@fas.harvard.edu

Program Overview

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Tunisia through Harvard's Center for Middle Eastern Studies' winter term study program. This 2.5-week experience, based in Tunis, offers an opportunity to explore Tunisian landscapes and urbanism. Each student will be required to keep a notebook throughout the program and is expected to actively participate in all programmed activities.

What You’ll Experience

• Hands-on Field Research: Engage in practical exercises like notetaking and sketching, enhancing your observational skills.
• Excursions: Visit Tunisia's archaeological sites, extensive archives, and diverse cities and landscapes.
• Multidisciplinary Learning: Perfect for graduate students from all Harvard schools and undergraduates with research interests in North African or Middle Eastern studies (priority given to juniors and seniors).

Program Benefits

• Field Notes: Develop meticulous field note practices suited to your academic discipline, with each student maintaining a detailed notebook throughout the program.
• Comprehensive Coverage: All major costs, including round-trip travel from Boston to Tunis, lodging, meals, and local transportation, are fully covered by CMES.

Application Essentials

• Statement of Purpose: A one-page document outlining your reasons for applying.
• Academic Transcript: An unofficial grade report from my.harvard is acceptable.
• Letter of Recommendation: One letter from a Harvard faculty member, preferably within Middle Eastern Studies.
• Apply via CARAT here:
  
  Graduate students at any Harvard School should apply through CARAT here.
  Harvard undergraduates should apply through CARAT here.

Important Note: Students holding non-US citizenship are responsible for obtaining any necessary visas.

Application Deadline: October 24, 2025, 11:59pm.

Questions about the program should be directed to Haley Stramel.