64 Full-time Master's in Asian Studies in United Kingdom

The Japanese Studies (Dual Degree Programme) from SOAS University of London allows students to benefit from the combined resources of two of the world's leading institutions in Japanese Studies, located in two major global cities – Tokyo and London. 

Combine research skills training in modern languages and cultural studies with tailored theoretical and methodological approaches aligned to your proposed research project with the Chinese Studies MRes programme at the University of Liverpool.

The Asian Art (Online) programme from SOAS University of London brings our esteemed programme to you, wherever you are in the world, for flexible, full-time study via an entirely online/distance learning programme.

The Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Chinese Studies) course from the University of Cambridge is a one-year programme which aims to give graduate students an opportunity to develop their analytical, research and writing skills in preparation for further academic research or entry to professions requiring such skills. 

This Korean Studies course at the University of Oxford aims to build on a basic knowledge of modern Korean and classical Chinese or modern Japanese.You should expect to attend up to ten hours per week of tutorials and should expect to spend an additional thirty to forty hours a week, perhaps more, during each full term for preparation.

The Modern South Asian Studies offered at the University of Oxford is a taught master's course, offered jointly by the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) and the Faculty of Oriental Studies. You will study this important region, with its rich history and its complex present-day societies, from a number of disciplinary and analytical perspectives, culminating in a  thesis.

This Archaeology and Heritage of Asia MA course offered at the University College London (UCL) is unique in the UK in providing such a comprehensive overview of Asian archaeology and cultural heritage. 

The Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (Hebrew and Semitic Studies) course from the University of Cambridge is designed for highly motivated students who would like to develop their knowledge and understanding of Hebrew and related Semitic languages, together with the research skills necessary to carry out independent primary research work with primary sources in Hebrew.

The MSt in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at University of Oxford aims to provide tailor-made courses for training graduate students at the beginning of their research in different areas of Asian and Middle Eastern studies.

The International and Asian History programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a full-time master degree. Over 12 months, students explore trans-regional perspectives and global interactions. This public study mode course develops advanced research skills through a specialist dissertation.

Develop key skills such as comparative theory and critical thinking, while expanding your knowledge of China and its history, society, and culture. Learn more at the China in Comparative Perspective course from London School of Economics and Political Science.

The Traditional East Asia from the University of Oxford it will appeal to students wishing to develop an intimate knowledge of the region for academic purposes or as preparation for careers in museology, libraries, journalism, diplomacy, international banking, business, law, government service, secondary education or non-governmental organisations.

The Modern South Asian Studies course from the University of Cambridge is designed to enhance the understanding of social, cultural, political and economic history, and the present geopolitical and policy environment in South Asia.

The Contemporary Chinese Studies from the University of Oxford is a three-term, twelve-month course offered jointly by the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) and the Faculty of Oriental Studies designed to provide high quality graduate research training with an emphasis on an appreciation of research methods and on deepening your understanding of contemporary China.

This Classical Indian Religion course at the University of Oxford introduces you to the religions of India whose literature has been expressed primarily in Sanskrit and the Middle Indic languages, especially Prakrit and Pali.

The Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern Studies) course from the University of Cambridge graduates 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.

This Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (TCSOL) MA programme from University of Nottingham will ensure you are well prepared with professional knowledge and skills to work in differing international educational settings or business contexts.

SOAS-Alphawood Asian Art (auditing pathway) at SOAS University of London allows those not seeking an academic qualification to join our postgraduate modules for personal enrichment or professional development.

The Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (Chinese Studies) course from the University of Cambridge is an intense one-year course primarily for students who intend to go on to do a PhD.

The Japanese Studies from the University of Oxford is a two-year programme offered jointly by the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) and the Faculty of Oriental Studies that combines intensive language courses, three courses about Japan, research methods courses and a dissertation. Native speakers of Japanese take two additional courses about Japan.