MA History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East and Intensive Language (Persian)

This MA (discipline) and Intensive Language (Persian) programme will provide students with the opportunity to combine Masters level training with intensive study of the Persian language, in order to acquire the skills necessary for future professional or research careers. The MA programme will enable students to engage with the subject of their Masters programme in the context of Iran, and the wider Persian speaking world, through the study of modern and classical Persian, to engage with primary Persian sources and data and to conduct research and professional work in Iran or parts of Central Asia.

This Intensive Persian Language programme combined with a discipline would suit students wishing to embark on research degrees with a focus on Iran and the wider Persianate world. Professionals wishing to pursue careers directly related to Iran, including government departments (of both the UK and other countries), and in firms requiring particular skills and knowledge related to trading, investment and promotional interests outside Europe.

We will consider all applications with an undergraduate degree at high 2:2 or above. In addition to degree classification, we take into account other elements of the application including supporting statement and references. While references are optional, they can help build a stronger application profile if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.
India: Qualifications (Bachelor equivalency): Bachelor degree

Equivalent to 2:ii: CGPA: 55-60% or 5.5/10 - 6.0/10

IELTS Academic - 6.5, minimum 6.0 in all subscores
TOEFL IBT - 95 with 23 in writing, 20 in other subscores