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Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies MSc

Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies MSc

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Full time | The University of Edinburgh | 1 year | 15-SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

15-SEP-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Middle Eastern Studies Islamic Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Programme description

On this taught programme, you will gain an advanced, interdisciplinary understanding of the history, modern politics and culture of the Islamic Middle East, and explore the paradigms behind the various disciplines within this field.

Why Edinburgh

Our research resources and facilities are outstanding. We have a dedicated Islamic Library and our Main University Library houses over 23,000 IMES resources, including the Serjeant and Watt Collections.

We are the home of the Alwaleed Centre, part of a select network in the UK, USA and the Middle East aiming to promote a better understanding of Islam and Islamic culture through ground-breaking research and innovative outreach projects.

Career opportunities

The aim of this programme is to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to advance to doctoral study, and perhaps pursue an academic career. You may also choose to apply your skills to a role that involves the Middle Eastern or Islamic communities, or use your transferable communication, research, and other skills in a range of sectors including education, journalism, communication, research, and others.

Modules

Theories and Methods - Core
Dissertation - Core
Methods and Problems - Core
Moving from general research skills to specific research problems - Core
Research Skills - Core
Theories of Intermediality - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£13,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£28,800

Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject.