Our MSc in East Asian Studies enables you to take a transnational and comparative approach to East Asian Studies, or to concentrate on China, Japan or Korea.
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject.
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You must take these courses
Doing Research on East Asia: Key Concepts, Approaches and Issues
Must be taken during Semester 1
ASST11127
20 credits
MSc East Asian Studies Dissertation
Must be taken during Block 5 (Sem 2) and beyond
ASST11126
60 credits
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