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PostgraduateMaster of Philosophy

Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern 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

Pursue your ambitions in languages and area studies with the MPhil Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern Studies) at University of Cambridge. 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. Graduates of the MPhil by Research will be able to work independently to design research projects and will have an in-depth knowledge of the primary sources and secondary literature in their chosen specialism. They will be very well placed to study for a PhD, and will also be in a position to use their skills and knowledge in other professions and activities where advanced research skills and independent critical thinking, analysis and communication skills are needed. Learning Outcomes The Middle Eastern Studies research pathway develops its postgraduates' ability to develop a research proj... 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

Research Methods in Middle Eastern Studies
Primary Source Analysis and Translation
Modern Middle Eastern History and Society
Pre-Modern Islamic Civilisation and Culture
Contemporary Middle Eastern Politics and Culture
Advanced Arabic Language for Research
Historiography and Critical Interpretation
Independent Research Project and Thesis
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementLearning outcomes The MPhil's research pathway develops its students' ability to design a research project, do independent research using primary sources in a Middle Eastern language or languages and related secondary literature, and communicate their findings effectively. Continuing Applicants for the PhD should submit a research proposal on an interesting and workable topic via the Applicant Portal and demonstrate that they have the required academic knowledge and skills to carry out their pro

🗣️ 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

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💼 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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