Overview

You will develop or extend your knowledge and understanding of:

the key approaches to the social scientific study of modern China
research methods, strategies and ethics that will be of relevance to the social scientific study of China
critical analysis of sources and ability to present findings effectively, both verbally and in sustained writing exercises
framing and executing a workable research topic
interdisciplinary research and its potential.

The Contemporary Chinese Studies from The University of Oxford is built around the two core courses. The first core course, Research Methods, will introduce you to the strengths and weaknesses of contrasting discipline-based approaches to the study of Asia.

Graduate destinations

Graduate pathways after the MSc typically fall into one of three categories. The first group move on to further academic study, either in China in order to further enhance their language and cultural skills at leading universities, or by pursuing doctoral study in key disciplines, either here at Oxford or at other top-ranked universities worldwide.

The second path taken by the department’s graduates involves government and public service at international institutions, government agencies and prominent NGOs, usually with a direct focus on China or the East Asia region as part of the brief for their positions.

The third pathway chosen by graduates typically involves major private sector firms in industry or finance, commercial research agencies and international consulting.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods

The Study of Contemporary China

Assessment for Research Method

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-27 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

110

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Asian studies View 66 other Masters in Asian studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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110

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General requirements

Official transcript(s)

CV/résumé

Statement of purpose/personal statement: A maximum of 1,000 words

Written work: Two essays of a maximum of 2,000 words each or one essay of a maximum of 4,000 words

References/letters of recommendation: Three overall, generally academic

Tuition Fees

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36250 GBP / year

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23400 GBP / year

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Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

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Funding

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