Asian Studies

368 Master's degrees in Asian Studies

Yale University4,3(50)

New Haven, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

East Asian Studies

The Master of Arts (M.A.) program in East Asian Studies at Yale University is designed to be completed in either a one-year or a two-year track. The two-year track requires the preparation of a master’s thesis and is therefore ideal for students who are keen to pursue focused, independent research under the guidance of a faculty member.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$50,900/yr

Peking University4,0(7)

Beijing, China Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Chinese Law

The Master of Laws (LL.M.) Program in Chinese Law at Peking University is a Graduate Law program offered by Peking University Law School，focusing on Chinese civil and commercial law. The language of instruction is English.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,425/yr

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU)4,5(2)

Taipei, Taiwan Top 2% in Worldwide

Inter-Asia Cultural Studies (UST)

Inter-Asia Cultural Studies (UST) from National Yang-Ming University (NYMU) features innovative research and inter-disciplinary approaches to teaching in social sciences and humanities.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$2,153/yr

University of Oxford4,2(114)

Oxford, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Japanese Studies

This is a twelve-month Japanese Studies programme at the Faculty of Oriental Studies and the School of Interdisciplinary Area Studies from the University of Oxford that combines courses about Japan, an intensive language programme, a research methods course and a dissertation. Native speakers of Japanese or those with native speaker competence are also encouraged to apply.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$49,058/yr

Rutgers University4,2(61)

New Brunswick, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

East Asian Languages and Cultures

The East Asian Languages and Cultures course at Rutgers University offers exceptional academic opportunities for advanced study of the civilizations of China, Japan, and/or Korea leading to the M.A. and M.A.T. degrees.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$37,416/yr

Stony Brook University4,4(14)

New York City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Contemporary Asian and Asian American Studies

Contemporary Asian and Asian American Studies from Stony Brook University integrates the study and teaching of both Asian and Asian American studies.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$13,500/yr

University of Otago4,0(101)

Dunedin, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

Japanese

The Japanese programme at the University of Otago offers a comprehensive exploration of language and culture. Available as a B.A. major or minor, this full-time undergraduate course in Dunedin covers everything from manga to business. Students develop fluency and cultural literacy over three years of dedicated study.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$24,197/yr

Seoul National University3,9(66)

Seoul, South Korea Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Asian Languages and Civilization

Seoul National University's Asian Languages and Civilization master program offers a captivating exploration of the diverse languages and cultures of Asia. Study the languages, literature, and societal aspects to gain a comprehensive understanding of the region.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,436/yr

Panjab University3,8(196)

Chandigarh, India Top 4% in Worldwide

Indian Theatre

The Indian Theatre programme is offered at the Panjab University. The objective of this course is to impart comprehensive training, both practical and theoretical in various aspects of theatre. A student is trained to develop his mind, body and voice. The course aims at the total development of the student's personality.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$210/yr

George Washington University4,2(39)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Chinese Language and Culture

Offered through George Washington University's East Asian Languages and Literature department, the Master of Arts in Chinese Language and Culture deepens intellectual and cultural understanding of China while preparing students for careers in teaching and related fields.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$62,730/yr

Nanyang Technological University4,2(136)

Singapore, Singapore Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Education (Malay Language)

The Education (Malay Language) course at Nanyang Technological University provides education professionals with functionally integrated academic, experiment and field based study of Malay Language Education.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$32,819/yr

University of Bath4,4(57)

Bath, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Interpreting and Translating (Chinese)

Acquire the skills to become a professional interpreter and translator between Chinese (Mandarin) and English on this practical and respected Interpreting and Translating (Chinese) degree offered at University of Bath.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$37,623/yr

University of Otago4,0(101)

Dunedin, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

Chinese

The Chinese programme at the University of Otago offers flexible study modes, including a three-year Bachelor of Arts. Students explore language and culture through immersive learning. This undergraduate course provides a deep understanding of contemporary society, preparing graduates for global Asia-Pacific careers.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$31,697/yr

Australian National University3,8(58)

Canberra, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies

The Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies program at the Australian National University includes intensive options for busy professionals, and online options* for those based remotely, alongside traditional face-to-face seminars with leading global experts on the Middle East and Central Asia.

Master Full-time On-campus

1½ year$38,080/yr

SOAS University of London4,1(41)

London, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

South East and Pacific Asian Studies

The MA South East and Pacific Asian Studies from SOAS University of London provides exceptional opportunities for advanced study of one of the world’s most diverse and important regions, and students gain competency in language skills, intercultural awareness and understanding.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$34,266/yr

University of Saint Joseph4,3(4)

Macau, Macao (SAR)

History and Heritage Studies

The History and Heritage Studies course from University of Saint Joseph is an interdisciplinary degree that connects the fields of History, Cultural History, and Heritage Studies.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$14,000/yr

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David4,0(27)

Lampeter, United Kingdom

Chinese Buddhist Textual Studies

Chinese Buddhist Textual Studies at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David focuses on the study and research of the ancient religions, languages and great texts of China. Students will study the ‘ancient wisdom’ of China, which is of great cultural significance and is increasingly seen as relevant to contemporary concerns, such as personal and societal well-being and sustainability.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$22,736/yr

Jawaharlal Nehru University4,0(68)

New Delhi, India Top 5% in Worldwide

Inner Asian Studies

Inner Asian Studies at Jawaharlal Nehru University is engaged in teaching and research on the whole of Central Asia, that is the five Central Asian Republics of Uzbekistan, as was being done by the erstwhile Central Asian Studies Programme, Centre for South, Central, Southeast Asian Studies and Southwest Pacific Studies from the beginning.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

ESSCA School of Management4,4(5)

Shanghai, China +1

EU-Asia Luxury Marketing

This joint EU-Asia Luxury Marketing programme from ESSCA School of Management was co-created by ESSCA School of Management (Shanghai Campus) and EFAP School of Communication (Paris) – two French schools with a foothold in Asia and academic partners since 2015.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,515/yr

Washington University in St. Louis4,4(7)

Saint Louis, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Japanese

The Japanese section of the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures provides a limited number of highly qualified graduate students with the opportunity to pursue intensive programs of study leading to the MA in Japanese. Learn more with this program in Japanese from Washington University in St. Louis.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$66,850/yr