DPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at University of Oxford

Entry requirements

A master's degree with a good result (average mark of 67% or above) in a subject closely related to the research topic, and a first-class or upper second-class undergraduate honours degree in any subject (ideally relevant to the research topic). US applicants normally need a minimum GPA of 3.6/4.0. Applicants will normally have significant competence in one or more relevant Asian and Middle Eastern languages, to be discussed with the prospective supervisor. No GRE or GMAT; publications not expected. Application: proposed field and title, proposed supervisor, three referees (academic preferred), transcripts, research proposal (max 2,500 words) and two essays (max 2,000 words each). Deadlines for 2027-28 entry: 5 January 2027 (to be considered for Oxford scholarships) and 2 March 2027 (final). English language (higher level): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 overall (Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24); C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall and 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall and 155 per component. Tests must be taken no more than two years before the course start.