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The Asian Studies MA program at University College Cork offers a worldwide scholarly framework for comprehending East Asia's emergence. Through this course, we'll provide you with distinctive skills to interact with Asia's cultural, historical, economic, and political dimensions.
Delivered by UCC's School of Asian Studies, this MA program gathers students globally, creating a cooperative environment to examine Asia's relevance in today's world. Our School's interdisciplinary methodology empowers graduates, both from Europe and beyond, with exceptional capabilities to address the complex challenges of the Asian Century.
The MA in Asian Studies caters to graduates with varied interests in Asian Studies, Cultural Studies, and International Relations. We provide diverse taught modules spanning multiple disciplines such as politics, history, economics, business, culture, religion, literature, and linguistics, including opportunities for extended study in Asia.
By combining specialized content modules with language instruction from our international experts, we equip our graduates for rewarding careers in international organizations, research institutions, or global corporations with Asian engagements.
Applicants should hold a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8), or equivalent in one of the following areas: Arts, Humanities, Social Science, History, Business, Science, or Engineering. Applicants may be required to attend an interview prior to selection.
Duolingo English Test: DET 120 (with a minimum score of 110 in each individual section)
IELTS: 6.5 Overall; 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall; Listening 20; Reading 19; Speaking 21; Writing 20
Cambridge Examinations:
C2 Proficiency
C1 Advanced
B2 First
176 overall with no less than 169 in each element of the test
Pearson PTE: Minimum score of 63 with no section score below 59