Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies)
University of Cambridge Rank #316Program Overview
The Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies) at University of Cambridge is a MPhil programme in Humanities over 11 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 11 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: GBP 21,768 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,753 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree.
High 2:1 or a 1st at B.A. level from a UK university or equivalent. Good working knowledge (oral and written) of Arabic and/or Hebrew and/or Persian (depending on which course is chosen).English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 21,768 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,753 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 21,768 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,753 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cambridge directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
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- Language English
- Duration 11 months
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