Deze opleiding

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This master's is designed for students with an interest in studying South Asia from a range of perspectives including its history, literature, art, media, culture, religions, philosophy and philology.

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locatieLeiden
diplomaMA
typeregulier, 60 EC
start1 februari, 1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60839
numerus fixusnee
honoursheeft honours track
The one-year Master's in South Asian Studies at Leiden University offers students a world-class qualification that combines a comparative and global approach with specialised and in-depth expertise.

Learn about the countries or regions of South Asia from the perspective of a wide range of complementary disciplines including history, literature, art history, media and cultural studies, religious studies, philosophy and philology. Develop your fluency in a classical or modern language.

A flexible degree format allows you to tailor your degree to reflect your interests or specific career goals. Choose from a broad range of electives, select your own area of research for your MA thesis, and focus your studies on a language and a single country, or on a specific discipline and region.

Expertise on Asia at Leiden University is internationally renowned. Learn from some of Europe's best scholars in the field. Small classes allow for direct contact with your lecturers, who offer insights from the leading edge of Asia-related research.

  • Leiden University's Humanities Faculty was recently ranked 25th in the Times Higher Education worldwide ranking.

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Waarom aan de Universiteit Leiden?

Leiden University offers ambitious students the latest knowledge and the freedom to develop their own area of expertise.
  • Leiden University's Humanities Faculty recently ranked 17th in the Times Higher Education worldwide ranking. You learn from scholars who are at the leading edge of Asia-related research in Europe, as well as experts from our many international partner institutions. At Leiden, we develop your intellectual potential so you can make a difference in your future career.
  • Leiden University is one of Europe's top research universities and an international centre of expertise. During your studies you get access to the unique resources of Leiden University, including its world-famous library and renowned collections of Asian artefacts, as well as a wider choice of courses from which to explore your areas of interest.
  • Our reputation as a centre of excellence means that your qualification is respected by organisations worldwide. Our graduates enjoy successful careers thanks to their mix of relevant professional abilities, specialised and in-depth knowledge, and critical-thinking skills.


Studieprogramma

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opbouw
The curriculum of the Master's in South Asian Studies at Leiden University consists of compulsory core courses, electives, a research seminar and an MA thesis.
The first semester consists of the core courses 'Introduction to Asian Studies' and 'Thesis and Methods Class', a core course on South Asia, and one or two electives of your own choice, which introduce the issues, debates and methodologies of a discipline with a focus on one of the countries or regions of Asia. During this semester, you also participate in a research seminar linked to your South Asia core course. You have the option of taking an intensive language course at beginner's level in Sanskrit, Tibetan, or Hindi, in place of an elective in both the first and second semesters. The second semester focuses on the development of your MA thesis, which you will write in conjunction with your South Asia core course.

A detailed outline of the curriculum for the South Asian Studies specialisation is available in our e-Prospectus. :
https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/en/studies/show/6863/asian-studies-60-ec-south-asian-studies. Please note that this guide applies to the current academic year.

For a detailed overview of the curriculum, please visit the e-prospectus: https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/en/studies/show/6863/asian-studies-60-ec-south-asian-studies
periode
12
Introduction to Asian Studies
5 EC
Thesis & Methods Classes
5 EC
Electives
20 EC
MA Thesis
15 EC
Electives
15 EC

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
onderwijsopzet25% zelfstudie
60% theorie
15% praktijk
avondonderwijsn.v.t.
afstandsonderwijsn.v.t.
onderwijsvormen
group discussion, lecture, literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, seminar, internship, tutorial, self study
objectives
The objective of the Master's in South Asian Studies is to equip ambitious students with the essential knowledge and skills to pursue a successful career in their chosen profession.

The development of in-depth knowledge and the ability to think critically and analytically are key goals of this programme. Opportunities are provided for students to broaden their world experience, develop fluency in a language, and gain professional skills in preparation for entering the job market.
honours-/excellence program Leiden Leadership Programme

The Leiden Leadership Programme (LLP) is an honours programme of 15 ECs on top of the regular master's curriculum. The programme consists of training courses, seminars and a practical assignment.

Are you looking for an extra challenge in addition to your Leiden master's programme? Are you adventurous enough to look beyond the borders of your own master's programme? The Leiden Leadership Programme may be just what you are looking for.

The programme gives you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills. You will follow seminars and courses, as well as carrying out a practical assignment for a company or organisation as part of a small, multidisciplinary team. Your lecturers will be leading academics and experienced professionals from the business sector.

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 februari 2021

aanmelding deadline : 1 december 2020
collegegeld nog niet bekend

1 september 2021

aanmelding deadline : 15 juni 2021
collegegeld nog niet bekend

See: http://en.mastersinleiden.nl/programmes/south-asian-studies/en/entry-requirements
toelatingseisen

basiskennis

  • you should have knowledge of the nature and role of as well as the ability to analyse and report on academic inquiry in the humanities or social sciences.
  • you should have completed components at the bachelor's level (which may include the thesis) equivalent to at least 30 credits on the history, art, culture, politics, society and/or economy of one or more South Asian countries or regions.

vooropleiding
A bachelor's degree from a Dutch research university with specialisation: South and Southeast Asian Studies or a bachelor's degree in the field of humanities or social sciences with components at the bachelor's level (which may include the thesis) equivalent to at least 30 credits on the history, art, culture, politics, society and/or economy of one or more South Asian countries or regions.

studie kosten
bron: Universiteit Leiden
bedrag kostenpost
€ 10000levensonderhoudper jaar
inbegrepen in collegegeld
examination

estimated monthly costs

bron: Nibud
bedragkostenpost
€ 350kamerhuur in Leidenrond het landelijk gemiddelde
€ 22internet+tv
€ 152boodschappen/kostgeld
€ 32telefoon
€ 117verzekeringen
€ 172collegegeldop basis van € 2060 per jaar
€ 80studieboeken en -spullen
€ 29drinken/snoep/snacks
€ 77uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen
€ 30contributies/abonnementen
€ 132vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie
€ 42vervoernaast de OV-kaart
€ 45overig
€ 1218totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181
Hiernaast staat een overzicht van de gemiddelde kosten die een uitwonende student heeft. Niet iedere student heeft met iedere kostenpost te maken. Het totaalgemiddelde is dus niet gelijk aan de optelsom van alle kostenposten.

Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?

Studenten en studentenleven

studentaantallen

135 studenten volgen deze opleiding
60% daarvan is vrouw
23 eerstejaars gestart in 2017
74% daarvan is vrouw
27713 studenten aan de Universiteit Leiden
59% daarvan is vrouw
bron: StudieData

studievereniging

Sitaa
In de Studievereniging Sitaa combineer je activiteiten op je vakgebied met gezelligheid. Een goede manier om je studiegenoten buiten de collegezalen te ontmoeten! De studievereniging organiseert bijvoorbeeld lezingen, reizen en excursies. Via de studievereniging krijg je korting op je studieboeken.
Ook helpt de Siitaa je met de oriëntatie op de arbeidsmarkt via lezingen, symposia en bedrijfsbezoeken.

Op kamers in Leiden

31058studenten studerend
12630studenten woonachtig   
€ 350gemiddelde kamerprijs
kamer betaalbaarheid
20 m2gemiddelde kameroppervlak
kamer beschikbaarheid
bron: Nationale Studenten Enquête

aan het woord: studenten en docenten

Prof. Jonathan Silk
Testimonial Prof. Jonathan Silk

“This university has incredible strengths which make it possible to study Buddhism across all of Asia.”

“As a third-year undergraduate, I went to Japan for the first time as an exchange student. There I met Professor Gadjin Nagao, who inspired me to devote myself to the academic study of Buddhism. I stayed an extra year in Japan to study more Japanese, and began the study of Chinese and Sanskrit, so that I would be able to read Buddhist texts in their original languages.

After returning to the US, I went to the University of Michigan to do a PhD in Buddhist Studies...
This university has incredible strengths which make it possible to study Buddhism across all of Asia: there are scholars and teachers here specialising in Indonesia, India, Tibet, China, Korea and Japan! Moreover, students can choose to focus not only on religious aspects of Buddhist traditions, but also philosophical, literary, linguistic or (art) historical angles.

The library of our Kern Institute is famous around the world for its excellent resources on South Asia and Tibet, while the Sinological Institute library is second to none in Europe for the depth and breadth of its collections.

I teach introductory courses on Buddhism, and advanced thematic seminars on various topics. And of course, I always love to read Buddhist texts with students, in original languages as well as in translation. The study of Buddhism should be a dynamic synthesis of factual knowledge and critical perspectives, and the Leiden master's programme is designed to train students in just this approach.”


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Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/6 Universiteit Leiden
South Asian Studies (60EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
23 eerstejaars
73% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
2/6 Universiteit Leiden
Southeast Asian Studies (60EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
23 eerstejaars
73% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
3/6 Universiteit Leiden
Asian Studies (60EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
23 eerstejaars
73% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
4/6 Universiteit Leiden
History, Arts and Culture of Asia (60EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
23 eerstejaars
73% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
5/6 Universiteit Leiden
East Asian Studies (60EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
23 eerstejaars
73% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
6/6 Universiteit Leiden
Politics, Society and Economy of Asia (60EC)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
23 eerstejaars
73% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
> bekijk opleiding
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Feiten en / studie in cijfers

studentoordelen

bron: Nationale Studenten Enquete
deze
opleiding		landelijk
algemeen oordeel3.6
inhoud3.7
docenten4
studiefaciliteiten3.8
studielast3.3
studiebegeleiding3.3
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In 2015 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.

Asian Studies: South Asian Studies (60EC) aan de Universiteit Leiden is beoordeeld door 42 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 3.6 uit 5.

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 Leiden University's MA in South 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 occupations of our graduates include:

  • Account manager at a translation agency
  • Quality analyst at an IT consultancy 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
  • Customer service coordinator at a European rail travel company
  • Editor at an academic publishing house
  • Guest relations officer at a hospitality company
  • Content editor at a booking website


Contact

Studielijn Universiteit Leiden
E: studielijn@leidenuniv.nl
T: +31 (071)5271111
Coordinator Of Studies Asian Studies

Coordinator Of Studies Asian Studies MA

E: stucomaas@hum.leidenuniv.nl
Meer informatie?
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