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PostgraduateMaster of Philosophy

Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Japanese Studies)

University of Cambridge
Cambridge, England
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1 yearDuration
£37,856Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MPhil Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Japanese Studies) at University of Cambridge is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Cambridge, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Japanese Studies) provides initial research training and, in most cases, aims to develop students' linguistic skills as well as methodological sophistication. Please note that the one-year MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Japanese Studies) is offered by thesis only, and is not a taught course option. Please make sure to confirm with your prospective supervisor that this option is the appropriate choice for you. A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Japanese Language Proficiency and Textual Analysis
Classical Japanese Literature and Philology
Modern Japanese Culture and Society
Research Methodology in Asian Studies
Primary Source Interpretation and Translation
Historiographical Approaches to Japanese Studies
Independent Research Project and Thesis Development
Academic Writing and Scholarly Communication
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementPlease note that the one-year MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Japanese Studies) is offered by thesis only and is not a taught course option. This MPhil is only suitable for those with demonstrable experience and ability in independent academic research. Learning outcomes At the end of the MPhil programme, students will be expected to have: acquired the ability to read, interpret and translate primary sources in Modern and/or classical Japanese acquired a good knowledge of

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic7.57777

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£37,856

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£37,856

Home Student Fee

£16,109

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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Cambridge

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,500£30,000£33,500
3 years£25,000£30,000£38,500
5 years£29,500£39,500£54,000
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH19). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
15%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
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About University of Cambridge

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