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UndergraduateMaster of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: T600
Middle Eastern Studies
The University of EdinburghEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£29,600Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
89%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The MA (Hons) Middle Eastern Studies at The University of Edinburgh is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Located at the crossroads between Europe, Africa and Asia, the Middle East has played a pivotal role on the world stage from ancient times. The University of Edinburgh is recognised in the UK and internationally as a leading institution for the study of the Middle East, Middle Eastern languages and the Islamic world. Our collections in the subject are world-class. International tuition fees are £29,600 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a 89% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Middle Eastern History and Civilisations
Arabic Language and Culture
Politics and Governance in the Middle East
Islamic Literature and Textual Analysis
Middle Eastern Societies and Contemporary Issues
Persian Language Studies
Turkish Language and Regional Context
Dissertation in Middle Eastern Studies
UCAS Code:T600
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB ABB. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A level subjects required. GCSEs: English at C or 4. |
| International Baccalaureate | 34 points 34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. SL: English at 5. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£29,600
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£118,400
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — The University of Edinburgh
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £23,500 | £28,000 | £33,500 |
| 5 years | £28,000 | £36,500 | £48,500 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 30% above UK average salary
This course
£36,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH19-04-07 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
85%Working
5%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
40%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
74%
Overall
Teaching on my course
89%Learning opportunities
75%Assessment and feedback
59%Academic support
82%Organisation and management
65%Learning resources
88%Student voice
60%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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