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149 Master's degrees in Middle Eastern Studies
Embarking on a Middle Eastern Studies programme can be an enriching experience for international students. Tuition fees for these programmes vary significantly. The lower-end tuition fee, represented by €1,203, offers an accessible entry point for many students. On the other hand, the typical tuition fee, indicated by €20,698, provides a benchmark for what most students might expect to pay. For those looking for premium options, the higher-end tuition fee, denoted by €50,280, reflects the upper range of costs.
It's encouraging to note that a 14% of programmes fall into the affordable category, making Middle Eastern Studies accessible to a broader audience. Additionally, the rise of online learning is evident, with 5% of programmes offered online. This flexibility allows students to pursue their academic interests without geographical constraints.

Israel Studies University of Haifa
4,5(12)Haifa, Israel Top 9% in WorldwideThe International Master’s Degree Programme in Israel Studies at University of Haifa offers students the opportunity to engage in an in-depth study of the state of Israel: its history, complex society, multicultural character, and relationship with the Jewish Diaspora.

Middle Eastern Studies Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
4,1(116)Milano, Italy Top 5% in WorldwideThis Middle Eastern Studies course at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore is a 1-year Specialising Master taught entirely in English at our Milan campus. The programme is designed for graduates from any background who want to deepen their understanding of the region’s social-historical complexity and cultural diversity.

Middle Eastern Studies SOAS University of London
4,0(33)London, United Kingdom Top 15% in WorldwideThe Middle Eastern Studies at SOAS University of London provides exceptional opportunities for studying this diverse and fascinating area at the postgraduate level through a variety of disciplinary approaches.

History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East SOAS University of London
4,0(33)London, United Kingdom Top 15% in WorldwideThe History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East programme from SOAS University of London covers an area stretching from Islamic Spain through the Arab countries, Turkey, Iran and Central Asia in diverse historical periods.

Middle East Studies The University of Exeter
4,3(101)Exeter, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideThis Middle East Studies programme from The University of Exeter equips you with the skills, sources and tools to study the Middle East, North Africa and the Muslim world.

Middle East Studies The University of Exeter
4,3(101)Exeter, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideThroughout the Middle East Studies programme from The University of Exeter you’ll develop your research skills through in-depth study of the recent and social history of the Middle East.

International Relations and Eastern Mediterranean Studies (Distance Learning) University of Nicosia
4,2(154)OnlineThe International Relations and Eastern Mediterranean Studies (Distance Learning) programme from University of Nicosia is structured in a way that allows students to specialise in the areas of their special interest, after having acquired the basic foundations of theory and methodical research, and basic knowledge in the fields of International Relations and European Studies.

International Relations and Eastern Mediterranean Studies University of Nicosia
4,2(154)Nicosia, CyprusThe International Relations and Eastern Mediterranean Studies programme from University of Nicosia is structured in a way that allows students to specialise in the areas of their special interest, after having acquired the basic foundations of theory and methodical research, and basic knowledge in the fields of International Relations and European Studies.

Transnational Queer Feminist Politics with special reference to the Middle East SOAS University of London
4,0(33)London, United Kingdom Top 15% in WorldwideThe Transnational Queer Feminist Politics with special reference to the Middle East from SOAS University of London will re-focus issues prioritised in western Gender Studies and Queer Studies on the complex specificities of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East.

Iranian Studies (Online) University of St Andrews
4,4(24)Online Top 4% in WorldwideThe Iranian Studies (Online) from University of St Andrews offers students the opportunity to study the history, politics and international relations of Iran in a diverse and intellectually stimulating way.

Middle East Politics The University of Exeter
4,3(101)Exeter, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideThis Middle East Politics programme from The University of Exeter provides you with a solid foundation in core theories and methods of political science and research methodology focusing specifically on the Middle East and North Africa.

Middle Eastern Studies and Intensive Language SOAS University of London
4,0(33)London, United Kingdom Top 15% in WorldwideThe Middle Eastern Studies and Intensive Language from SOAS University of London provides exceptional opportunities for studying this diverse and fascinating area at the postgraduate level through a variety of disciplinary approaches.

Middle Eastern Studies Leiden University
4,1(107)Leiden, Netherlands Top 2% in WorldwideMiddle Eastern Studies at Leiden University distinguishes itself from similar programmes through its disciplinary breadth and historical depth, through its wide range of research-based electives, and through its flexibility, which enables students to tailor their individual programmes to their interests.
Asian and Middle Eastern Studies University of Oxford
4,1(106)Oxford, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in WorldwideThe 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.
Middle East in a Global Context Trinity College Dublin
4,2(96)Dublin, Ireland Top 3% in WorldwideThe M.Phil. Middle East in a Global Context at Trinity College Dublin is a one-year, full-time master programme delivered through a flexible online study mode. This comprehensive course explores the history, politics, and cultures of the region, providing students with essential cultural fluency and critical expertise.
Archaeology of the Mediterranean, Egypt and Middle East UCL
4,1(112)London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in WorldwideSpend a year digging into the archaeology and cultural heritage of the Mediterranean, Egypt and Middle East, working with UCL’s renowned researchers. Explore UCL’s own museums and internationally-significant collections; interact with the British Museum at this Archaeology of the Mediterranean, Egypt and Middle East MA programme offered by UCL.
Middle Eastern Studies Tel Aviv University
4,2(33)Tel Aviv, Israel Top 3% in WorldwideGain a deep understanding of the Middle East through an Middle Eastern Studies programme from Tel Aviv University.
Middle East Studies Ibn Haldun University
4,5(13)Istanbul, TurkeyThe Middle East Studies programme at the Ibn Haldun University offers, at the Postgraduate level, an in-depth and historically focused study of one of the world’s most dynamic and culturally diverse regions.
Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures - Hebrew and Judaic Studies University of Pennsylvania
4,3(21)Philadelphia, United States Top 0.5% in WorldwideIn addition to the MA awarded within the PhD program, Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures - Hebrew and Judaic Studies at University of Pennsylvania offers an independent (terminal) MA degree in Hebrew Literature and Jewish Tradition, which is one of the tracks in MELC’s graduate program in Hebrew and Judaic Studies.
Near Eastern Studies New York University
4,3(115)New York City, United States Top 0.5% in WorldwideThe M.A. in Near Eastern Studies at New York University provides a comprehensive exploration of the region's history and culture. This master programme, delivered via a public study mode, offers students an advanced academic foundation. It is designed for those seeking deep expertise in Middle Eastern and African Studies.