Everything you need to know about a Master of Arts (M.A.) course in Qatar

Studying Master of Arts (M.A.)

The Master of Arts (M.A. degree) is the most common Master's degree besides the Master of Science (M.Sc.), awarded by most universities worldwide. The study duration of a Master of Arts degree is between 1-2 years, depending on the subject and how intensive classes are.

Universities and colleges generally award Masters of Arts in fields like Languages, History, Geography, Philosophy, Fine Arts, but also Social Sciences, where they overlap with Masters of Science. This means that one subject can be offered either as an M.A. or an M.Sc. degree depending on which graduate school provides it.

For example, you can find both M.A. and M.Sc. degrees in Political Science. While sometimes the difference is only in name, it can also reflect the focus of classes or the method of graduation. Checking the curriculum is the best way to find out what is expected from you during courses.

Most M.A. classes aim to develop students’ abilities to think critically, analyse ideas and propositions, and express their own conclusions clearly. M.A. degrees usually have a high degree of class interaction. To receive a Master of Arts degree, you need to write a thesis based on independent research during the final year.

Study in Qatar

Qatar is one of the richest countries in the world, and it has been investing substantially in academic institutions. That’s because local authorities see education as essential for the development of modern societies. Universities have the latest research facilities, laboratories, and in-class technologies. English-taught programmes are available at all levels (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD) and you can choose almost any discipline: from Arts to Media Studies, from Engineering to Computer Science, from Business to Law, etc. Qatar is a very safe destination for international students, with low crime rates and very high living standards. In your free time, witness the annual camel race in Al Shahaniya, and visit the local museums, the Pearl-Qatar, the Aspire Park, the Banana Island, and other captivating attractions.

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Explore our selection of the available Master of Arts (M.A.) degrees in Qatar. If you're interested in studying in Qatar, you can view all view all 6 Master of Arts (M.A.) programmes. Top universities and colleges in Qatar offer great English-taught Master of Arts (M.A.) degrees to choose from. Many universities in Qatar offer study programmes taught in English. Before starting a programme, you need to have a basic knowledge of the English language.