Program Overview
The East Asia - Regional Studies at Columbia University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 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 East Asia - Regional Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 27,180 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 27,180 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the East Asia - Regional Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- MARSEA applicants should have some prior language training and must attain at least third year proficiency in Chinese, Japanese, or Korean, or second year proficiency in Tibetan to earn the degree. In addition to the language requirement, the degree program requires completion of a minimum of 30 credits, including a master\x92s thesis and eight regional courses from a wide range of offerings in Anthropology, Business, Economics, History, International Affairs, Literature, Law, Political Science, and Sociology. Of the eight courses, two must be in modern history.
- Candidates must also take courses in at least two different disciplines, and at least one course must focus on an Asian country or sub-region other than the country of specialization. At least two of the eight courses must be colloquia or seminars.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- All students must submit 1 transcript showing courses and grades per school attended, a Statement of Academic Purpose and 3 letters of evaluation from academic sources.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,180 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 27,180 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 27,180 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 27,180 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Columbia University 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.
About Columbia University
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New York, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 12 months