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PhD in South Asian Studies

SOAS University of London

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    SOAS, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

SOAS has an international reputation for excellence in the field of South Asian studies earned by the world leading research undertaken.

The South Asia Section of the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics welcomes applications for the degrees of PhD on any topic related to the research interests and disciplines of the Department’s research-active staff. Prospective candidates should consult the details of the various staff members’ research areas and adapt their proposal accordingly. These presently include, but are not limited to:

  • Indian film and screen studies
  • diaspora studies
  • postcolonial literature
  • literary studies associated with Hindi, Urdu, Nepali, and Sanskrit
  • classical Hinduism
  • feminism
  • translation
  • current representations of Muslims
  • the politics of Nepal, Bhutan and Pakistan.

All students register in year 1 of the programme as MPhil students. The upgrade from MPhil to PhD takes place at the end of the first academic session for full time students (or at the end of the second academic session for part time students).

Under the regulations of SOAS, University of London, all doctoral researchers register initially for an MPhil: they may transfer to PhD after completing one year, if they wish and subject to approval by the School, which requires evidence that the candidate’s work is achieving the standard required.

Graduates of the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics leave SOAS not only with linguistic and cultural expertise, but also with skills in written and oral communication, analysis and problem solving.

Application deadline

14 June 2024

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 22,490per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

  • University League Table

    62nd

  • Campus address

    SOAS, University of London, 10 Thornhaugh Street, Camden, Greater London, WC1H 0XG, United Kingdom

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SOAS is a place for those who want to expand their horizons, develop a deeper understanding of the world, and re-examine their preconceptions.
Building on values of social justice and equality, students are encouraged to challenge conventional views and to think globally.
SOAS is one of the UK's most international universities, with around half of SOAS students coming from outside the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Asian Studies

    7th out of 13 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    134 65%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    4th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    2.75 69%

    12th

    3

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