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MA Islamic Humanities and Intensive Language at SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This programme covers the social, cultural and intellectual history, literature, religion, philosophy, arts and digital humanities of the Islamic world, past and present. Students deploy inter-disciplinary humanities approaches to the Islamic world, and engage seriously with its production in the humanities not as an afterthought to the traditional humanities but as a source of critical insights for a global humanities.

Faculty: School of History, Religions and Philosophies  |  Department: Department of History  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time (with intensive language year)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

In addition to an understanding of global faiths, histories and cultures, graduates from the Department of Religions and Philosophies develop the skills to analyse and communicate ideas in a clear, rational and comprehensive manner. These key proficiencies are valuable in many careers and are transferable to a wide range of sectors and roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We will consider all applications with a 2:2 (or international equivalent) or higher. In addition to degree classification we take into account other elements of the application such as your supporting statement. References are optional, but can help build a stronger application if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications. Applicants from Ghana: Bachelor degree accepted as equivalent to a UK 2:2: 2:2 (Second Class Lower Division) or GPA 3.25/5.0 or 60%.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,965 a year. Full-time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 25,320 a year. Full-time tuition fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2 years

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