Master of Philosophy in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (Classical Islamic History and Culture) at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (Classical Islamic History and Culture MPhil pathway) is designed for highly motivated students who would like to develop their knowledge and understanding of the pre-modern Islamic world, together with the research skills necessary to carry out independent research work to a high academic standard through engagement with Arabic or Persian primary sources.

What you will study

Testimonials Teaching Students on the Classical Islamic History and Culture pathway study three taught modules and write a research dissertation of not more than 15,000 words.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. Applicants are expected to have the level of competence in Arabic and/or Persian necessary for the taught papers and dissertation research they plan to undertake (usually equivalent to at least two years full-time study of the language). Those applicants whose native language is not English must have an excellent command of the English language (evidenced by the appropriate English-language test scores). The primary aim of the course is to prepare graduate students for independent academic research. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 17,588 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 41,332 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 11 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/amammpcih/apply

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