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East Asian Studies and International Relations - BA (Hons)

University of Leeds

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Leeds, Main

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

In this degree, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of two disciplines, studying international relations and the culture, history, politics and economics of the East Asian region.The region encompasses countries as diverse as Japan, China, Thailand and Indonesia, and is home to more than half the world’s population. It’s culturally, politically, and economically dynamic and vital to our understanding of the world.You’ll choose from a range of optional modules exploring topics such as East Asian religions, modern Thai history and Japanese cinema.Alongside this, you’ll study international relations, which explores how states interact with each other, and the roles of international organisations like the UN in promoting international peace and security. You’ll gain an understanding of how the ‘society of states’ has evolved and how it may be changing today.With the international skills and outlook you develop, you’ll be well prepared for a global career.This course also features the chance to take an optional study abroad or work placement year between Levels 2 and 3.Specialist facilitiesThe University Library has impressive collections of resources in English about the history and culture of the East Asian region, backed up by a range of digital materials. From day one, you can access a comprehensive training programme to help you make the most of the resources on offer.If you choose to study language modules, our Language Zone gives you access to free learning resources, including space for personal study, language learning software, and video, audio, books and magazines.Take a look around our libraries:Brotherton Library Laidlaw Library Edward Boyle Library

Tuition fees

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£ 26,000per year

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University information

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

  • University League Table

    21st

  • Campus address

    University of Leeds (Main), Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, United Kingdom

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A global community with staff and students from over 130 countries, providing opportunities to meet and work with people from around the world.
The University of Leeds continually invests in its campus, from new labs and lecture theatres to one of the most impressive libraries in the UK.
The University of Leeds has been welcoming international students for over 100 years, so you can be sure of experienced help throughout your time at Leeds.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Asian Studies

    11th out of 13 3

    20th out of 74 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    151 73%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    5th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.97 74%

    10th

    7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    160 74%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    21st

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.89 72%

    71st

    2

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