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Socioeconomic and Political Development of Modern Asia

National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE)
Tuition EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2016-08-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Moscow, Russia
Language English

Program Overview

The Socioeconomic and Political Development of Modern Asia at National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE) is a MA programme in Business & Management over 24 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 business & management. 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 Socioeconomic and Political Development of Modern Asia programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Russian Federation and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Moscow, Russian Federation

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Socioeconomic and Political Development of Modern Asia programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:

  1. Business Analyst
  2. Management Consultant
  3. Product Manager
  4. Strategy Analyst
  5. Operations Manager
  6. Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Sociopolitical History of East and South-East Asia
  2. Methodology for Sociopolitical Research in East Asia
  3. Modern Asian Political Processes
  4. Russia in East Asia
  5. Ethnic and Religious Conflicts in Asia
  6. Theory in Asian and International Studies

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Portfolio Components:

  • Diploma and academic transcripts
  • Letter of motivation (about 1000 characters)
  • Letter of Recommendation Essay (10,000-12,000 characters)
  • Participation in research activities (optional)
  • Publications (optional)
  • Academic Honours and Awards (optional)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Asian language skills (optional)
  • Language study or academic scholarships in Asia (optional)

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,846 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE) 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 National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE)

National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE) logo

National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE)

Moscow, Russia

HSE University, officially the National Research University Higher School of Economics is a public research university founded in 1992 and headquartered in Moscow, Russia. Along with its main...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2016-08-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months