MA History and Intensive Language (African Languages)
Course Overview
SOAS's MA History and Intensive Language programme offers a unique opportunity to master the histories of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East from a global perspective. This degree combines rigorous training in historical theory and methodology with intensive language study in an Asian or African language, providing an unparalleled foundation for specialized research. It is designed for students seeking to engage deeply with these regions and develop the linguistic skills necessary for primary source analysis.
Key Program Highlights
- One of the few UK Master's degrees specializing in the histories of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East
- Includes intensive two-year language pathway in an Asian or African language
- Rigorous training in historical methodology and theory for advanced research
- Unrivalled regional expertise from a world-leading centre of area studies
- Explores interconnected global histories beyond traditional Western narratives
Course Overview
SOAS's MA History and Intensive Language programme offers a unique opportunity to master the histories of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East from a global perspective. This degree combines rigorous training in historical theory and methodology with intensive language study in an Asian or African language, providing an unparalleled foundation for specialized research. It is designed for students seeking to engage deeply with these regions and develop the linguistic skills necessary for primary source analysis.
Key Program Highlights
- One of the few UK Master's degrees specializing in the histories of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East
- Includes intensive two-year language pathway in an Asian or African language
- Rigorous training in historical methodology and theory for advanced research
- Unrivalled regional expertise from a world-leading centre of area studies
- Explores interconnected global histories beyond traditional Western narratives
