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  MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (South Asian Studies)


University of Cambridge    Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

Full time & Part time See Course Research Only, Other, MPhil 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
History & Archaeology (19) Languages, Literature & Culture (21)

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The MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (South Asian Studies) is a one-year programme designed for passionate students interested in delving deep into South Asian Studies through Sanskrit sources. This research-only programme offers a comprehensive introduction to South Asia's important textual sources, language skills to interpret and analyze them, and training in historiography and methodology. Graduates will gain the ability to independently design research projects and develop expertise in their chosen specialism. With a strong focus on advanced research skills and critical thinking, this programme prepares students for further academic study or careers requiring independent analysis and communication skills. Entry requirements include a UK High II.i Honours Degree or equivalent, along with a good knowledge of Sanskrit and at least two years of formal language courses.

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The MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (South Asian Studies) is a one-year research-only programme designed for highly motivated students who wish to pursue an extended research project on some aspect of South Asian Studies through sources in Sanskrit. The MPhil offers an in-depth introduction to South Asia’s seminal textual sources, significant language skills to interpret and analyse such sources, an understanding of the relevant historiographical and theoretical issues, and methodology training.

Graduates will be able to work independently to design research projects and will have an in-depth knowledge of the Sanskrit primary sources and secondary literature in their chosen specialism in South Asian Studies.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree.

If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

High II.i or a first at BA level from a UK university or equivalent. Evidence of a good knowledge of Sanskrit and at least two years of formal courses in this language or the equivalent will be expected.

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