Asian Studies

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 2.15 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 17.8 k / Year(s) Deadline: Apr 1, 2025
70 place StudyQA ranking:5709 Duration:

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In this two-year master's programme, you will have the option to choose various specialisations, allowing you to acquire a broad knowledge base of the history, language and culture of Asian societies, or of the contemporary developments in this dynamic continent. During the programme, you will benefit from the breadth and depth of Asian studies research in Leiden, which combines the very best of Asia-related research in Northwestern Europe. The various specialisations offered within this programme cater for students both with and without prior proficiency in one or more Asian languages. The programme is a good choice for students with ambitions to pursue a PhD position or a career as a researcher outside the academic world.

Accreditation: NVAO

Erasmus Mundus program: This is an Erasmus Mundus program.

Admission requirements

See website www.unileidenmasters.nl

Other requirements

  1. minimum kennis (ISPAC: overige vereisten) Zie www.unileidenmasters.nl voor meer informatie.
  2. minimum kennis (ISPAC: overige vereisten) See website www.unileidenmasters.nl
  3. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) Zie www.unileidenmasters.nl voor meer informatie.
  4. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) BA degree in a relevant subject (see website www.unileidenmasters.nl for details)

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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