MA Taiwan Studies (2019 Entry)

Overview:

The SOAS MA programme in Taiwan Studies is the first postgraduate degree focussing on contemporary Taiwan in the English speaking world. It provides an unrivalled programme of advanced interdisciplinary courses on Taiwan's politics, society and culture, film, rights and law, and languages. SOAS is the world's leading centre for the study of Taiwan. Each year its Centre of Taiwan Studies runs a very vibrant series of academic events, film screenings, concerts and conferences that are designed to create a unique environment for the study of Taiwan. Why study Taiwan?

Taiwan occupies a critical geo-strategic position in the Asia-Pacific Region and the development of its relationship with Mainland China, as well as the countries of North East and South East Asia is already an important shaping influence on economic and political developments throughout the region. Analysis of the development experience of contemporary Taiwan serves to highlight a unique, but transferable model of economic growth, social transformation and political modernisation.

Overview duration: One calendar year (full-time) Two or three years (part-time daytime only)

Fees 2019/20:

• UK/EU fees:

Interested Students.

Structure:

Students take 180 credits, 60 of which are a dissertation and a 120 from taught modules. Students should follow the programme structure.

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