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locatieLeiden
diplomama M Azië Studies
typeregulier
start1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60840
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee
The Asian Studies (120 EC) master's programme offers two-year specialisations on China, Japan, Korea. Expertise on Asia at Leiden University is internationally renowned and spans the whole of Asia. Learn from some of Europe's best scholars in the field. Small classes give you direct and regular contact with your lecturers, many of whom are at the leading edge of Asia-related research. All programmes make the most of Leiden University's world-class resources, including its famous collections of Asian artifacts.

With an expansive curriculum and flexible programme formats, you have the scope to tailor your qualification to reflect your interests or career ambitions. Choose to focus on a language and a single country, or on a specific discipline and region.

An important goal of many programmes is developing your fluency in a classical or modern language. You also have the option of taking an intensive modern Indonesian language course.

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
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onderwijsvormen
group discussion, lecture, literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, self study, seminar, tutorial
instruction modes

The first semester of the programme is held in Leiden. You will have the chance to follow a number of courses offered through the Asian Studies master’s programme. Two semesters of your degree will be spent studying at one of our partner universities in South Korea, China or Japan. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture, language, and society, while developing a host of new skills that will prepare you for real-world success after your master's degree.



objectives

The objective of the Master's in Asian Studies is to equip ambitious students with the essential knowledge and skills to pursue a successful career in their chosen profession. The objective of the programme is to ensure that you graduate with:

  • A high level of fluency in the Korean/Japanese or Chinese language.
  • A broad knowledge of Korea/Japan/China and the ability to analyse issues from other perspectives (such as Asia in general or Western Europe).
  • An overview and understanding of the history of Korean/Japanese/Chinese Studies and its current developments.
  • The interaction of Korean/Japanese/Chinese Studies with such disciplines as:
    • Anthropology
    • History
    • Art history
    • Social Sciences
    • Literature
    • Religion
  • The ability to carry out independent research at an academic level.


Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/4 Leiden University
Korean Studies (120EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
6 eerstejaars
66% vrouw
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2/4 Leiden University
Asian Studies (120EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
6 eerstejaars
66% vrouw
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3/4 Leiden University
Chinese Studies (120EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
6 eerstejaars
66% vrouw
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4/4 Leiden University
Japanese Studies (120EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
6 eerstejaars
66% vrouw
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Na de studie

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Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

Leiden University's Humanities graduates do very well in the job market. A master's degree enhances the career prospects of all bachelor's graduates, as does relevant work experience during your studies and choosing your electives strategically.
As a graduate of the MA in Asian Studies, you are qualified to work within a variety of fields where there is a demand for expertise in Asia, including journalism and publishing, international trade and marketing, business, public relations, education and development aid, and in government, international organisations and NGOs.

Some of the occupations of our graduates include:

  • Account manager at a translation agency
  • Project manager at a trading and consultancy company in India
  • Owner of a consultancy firm
  • Consultant at a defence and security company
  • Communications officer at an animation studio in Japan
  • Relations management officer at an organisation promoting internationalisation in education
  • Editor at an academic publishing house
  • Guest relations officer at a hospitality company
  • Content editor at a booking website