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The war on terror has sparked a massive surge in interest from teenagers keen to study the Middle East at university, it emerged yesterday.The number of students wanting to learn more about the region's complex history, conflicts and religions has risen by a quarter, reveal latest figures.
Theology is enjoying a renaissance too. And degree courses in social work, complementary medicine and nutrition - a reflection of the Jamie Oliver effect - have jumped in popularity, application numbers for places at British universities this September show.See the full content of this document
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War On Terror Prompts Teen Interest in Middle East
Journalism, nursing, literary studies and building are also benefiting from a growth in demand, says university admissions service, Ucas.
Dr Jeroen Gunning, lecturer in international politics...See the full content of this document
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