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Tuition Fee
GBP 26,330
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
24 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Food Science and Technology | Linguistics | Anthropology
Area of study
Social Sciences | Humanities
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 26,330
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-09-01-
About University
PhD
Masters
Bachelors
Diploma
Foundation
Courses

School of Oriental and African Studies, London (SOAS)


Overview:

SOAS, the School of Oriental and African Studies, is a public research university in London, specializing in the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. It is renowned for its diverse academic programs, world-class research, and commitment to global understanding.


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Student Life and Campus Experience:


Key Reasons to Study There:

    Global Focus:

    SOAS offers a unique opportunity to study the cultures, languages, and societies of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

    World-Class Faculty:

    The university boasts a distinguished faculty of experts in their respective fields, providing students with access to cutting-edge research and knowledge.

    Diverse Student Body:

    SOAS attracts students from all over the world, creating a vibrant and multicultural learning environment.

    Research Opportunities:

    SOAS is a leading research institution, offering students opportunities to engage in research projects and contribute to the advancement of knowledge.

Academic Programs:

SOAS offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

    Arts:

    History of Art & Archaeology, Music, Media & Communication

    Languages, Cultures, and Linguistics:

    African Languages, Cultures, and Literatures, China & Inner Asia, Japan & Korea, Near & Middle East, South Asia, South East Asia, Translation Studies

    Social Sciences:

    Anthropology & Sociology, Development Studies, Economics, Finance & Management, Gender Studies, Law, Politics & International Studies, Religions & Philosophies

Other:

SOAS is a member of the University of London and is located in the heart of Bloomsbury, London. The university has a strong commitment to social justice and global citizenship, and its research and teaching contribute to a better understanding of the world.

Total programs
239
Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:


Afghanistan:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Master's degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 80% or 3.3/4.0

Argentina:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Titulo / Grado de Licenciado
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 7/10

Australia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 2:2 or Credit or 65%

Austria:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 2.5/5.0 and overall Pass (Bestanden)

Bahrain:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 75% or GPA 3.0/4.0

Bangladesh:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor’s from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology or Master's degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 60% or GPA 3.0/4.0

Belgium:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Licentiaat or Licencié
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 13/20 or 65%

Botswana:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree (5-year) or Master's from University of Botswana
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: GPA 3.5/5.0 or 65% or B- or Good

Brazil:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Título de Bacharel / Título de Licenciado (4-year)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 7/10 or 70%

Brunei:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: Lower Second Class Honours with 50% overall

Bulgaria:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 4.3/6

Cameroon:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Diplôme d'Ingénieur/ Diplôme d'Études Supérieures de Commerce (5-year)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 12-13 assez bien (fair); 70-74; or B+

Canada:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: GPA 3.0/4.0 or 74-77% or overall B

China:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree (4-year)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 73% or 2.6/4.0 (C9 unis) 75% or 2.8/4.0 (Double First unis) 80% or 3.25/4.0 (all other unis)

Colombia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Licenciado / Titulo (4-year)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 3.5/5.0

Croatia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Baccalaureus / Baccalaurea (Bachelor degree)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: Overall score 3/5

Cyprus:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 6.5/10

Czech Republic:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree (180 ECTS)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 1.75/4.0 or High C 'dobre’ (good)

Denmark:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 7/12 or 8/13 or grade C

Egypt:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 70% or 3.0/4.0

Estonia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bakalaurusekraad / University Specialist's Diploma / Professional Higher Education Diploma
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 4.0/5.0

Finland:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor / Kandidaatti / Kandidat (180 ECTS credits)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 3/5 or 2/3

France:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Licence or Diplôme from a grande école
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 11.5 out 20

Gambia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Master's degree (2-year)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: GPA 3.0/4.3 or 64% or B

Germany:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree (180 ECTS)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 2.6/5

Ghana:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 2:2 (Second Class Lower Division) or GPA 3.25/5.0 or 60%

Greece:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 6.50/10

Hong Kong:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: Upper second class or GPA 2.7/4.0 or 75% or B Minus

Hungary:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor (Alapfokozat) or Diploma (Egyetemi Oklevél)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 3.5/5.0

Iceland:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree (Baccalaureus or Bakkalarprof)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 7.0 out of 10

India:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: CGPA: 55-60% or 5.5/10 - 6.0/10

Iraq:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree (Licence/Karshani)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 0.7

Israel:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 70% or C+

Italy:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Laurea (180 ECTS)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 100/110

Japan:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 70% or C+ or 3.0

Jordan:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 3.0/4.0 or 70%

Kazakhstan:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelors (Bakalavr Diplomi) or Specialist Diploma
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: GPA 3.0/4.0 or GPA 4.0/5.0 or B

Kenya:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 2:2 or 60%

Kuwait:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 3.0/

Latvia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bakalaura Diploms (Bachelor's) or Profesionālā Bakalaura Diploms
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 7/10

Lebanon:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree / Licence
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 75% or Grade B-/C+ or GPA 2.8/4.0 or 14/20

Liberia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Master's degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 75% or 2.8/4.0

Libya:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor Degree from selected institution
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 75% or GPA 3.0/4.0

Lithuania:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelors / Bakalauro (180 ECTS)
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 7.5/10

Malawi:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Master's degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 70% or GPA 3.0/4.0

Malaysia:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent to 2:ii: 3.0/4.0 or B (Class 2 Division 2)

Malta:

  • Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree
  • Equivalent
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