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University of Exeter
MA International Relations and Arabic
University of Exeter

MA International Relations and Arabic

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Full time | Streatham Campus | 2 years | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

2 years

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

International Relations

Course Summary

OverviewThis two year programme combines language learning with specialist modules in international relations of the Middle East and guided research on a topic of your choiceYou will receive intensive tuition in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and an Arabic dialect in Exeter and spend a period abroad studying in an Arabic-speaking countryYou will investigate and contextualise major events and current affairs with a particular focus on international relations in the Middle East through a variety of specialist modulesThe Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies (IAIS) is one of the foremost academic departments in Middle East, Islamic Studies and Arabic. Get involved in a variety of IAIS activities and join our vibrant research communityYour knowledge of Arabic language and expertise in international relations of the Middle East will be valued by public and private sector employers and open doors to further academic study

Modules

Arabic language 1 (30 Credits) - Core
This is a beginner Arabic language module which introduces students to Arabic morphology and syntax and develops the core skills of reading, writing, speaking, listening and grammar. The module offers students 10 hours of contact time per week, during which students learn to read, write and communicate in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Assessment takes the form of written assignments, listening exercises, oral presentations and end of term exams (oral, listening and speaking). No prior Arabic is required.
Arabic language 2 (30 Credits) - Core
Dissertation skills (15 Credits) - Core
End of year project (30 Credits) - Core
Study abroad (30 Credits) - Core
Theorizing the Middle East (15 Credits) - Core
Dissertation (30 Credits) - Core
International Relations of the Middle East (30 Credits) - Core
State and society in the Middle East (30 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,500

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£25,300

Entry requirements

We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in a social sciences or humanities discipline. While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.

University information

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A member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, the University of Exeter ranks in 11th place in the UK (Complete University Guide, 2026). The University of Exeter is one of only four Russell Group universities to be awarded Triple Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, recognising excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes. It is also internationally renowned for its research: in the 2021 Research...more

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