MRes Middle East Studies (Social Studies) at University of Exeter

You’ll develop your research skills through in-depth study of the recent and social history of the Middle East Receive core training in social scientific philosophy and methodology and learn how to apply this to the study of the contemporary Middle East You’ll examine how the region has changed and developed over the last 150 years

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This masters is designed to develop your research skills within the field of Middle East Studies. Your core training will be in social scientific philosophy and methodology, which you will then learn to apply to the study of the contemporary Middle East. The programme is designed to develop your understanding of the history and evolution of the Middle East as a region, as well as introducing you to approaches to studying the area, and specialised quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques appropriate to this specialism. This programme also forms part of the ESRC SWDTP – a hub of world-class social sciences research.

Career pathways

Graduates from this programme may find professional employment in a wide range of sectors both in the UK and internationally. A comprehensive background in Islamic Studies is relevant to careers in: International agencies such as the United Nations or the European Union

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