East Asian Studies and Economics BA (Hons)
SOAS University of London
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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The BA East Asian Studies combined degree programme blends the study of both East Asian languages and East Asia-related subjects in various disciplines. Compared to the existing single-subject BA East Asian Studies degree, there is less emphasis on language learning. There is no year abroad. Through the course of the three years, students take modules in modern East Asian languages at the appropriate level. They can start as complete beginners, or they can start from higher levels. Progression ...Read more

The BA East Asian Studies combined degree programme blends the study of both East Asian languages and East Asia-related subjects in various disciplines. Compared to the existing single-subject BA East Asian Studies degree, there is less emphasis on language learning. There is no year abroad. Through the course of the three years, students take modules in modern East Asian languages at the appropriate level. They can start as complete beginners, or they can start from higher levels. Progression through a total of four levels is offered, whereas for those who exceed the highest level, language-based courses in literature and film, as well as a language-based dissertation, are available. The programme also offers courses in regional languages.The BA Economics (two subject degree) combines economics with another discipline or language and takes 3 or 4 years depending on the subject involved. It provides you with a thorough grounding in economic principles while allowing you to create a specialist niche for yourself by studying another subject.

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leila
23 Feb 24

the degree is excellent and the teachers are all incredible but the university needs better..Read more

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Yuki
24 Oct 22

Good location, helpful and kind teachers Was hard to find some places, didn't know some facilities existed..Read more

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D:30,M:15,P:0 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

A Level General studies is not accepted.Contextual offer: ABB

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Pass Access to Higher Education Diploma with 60 credits overall including at least 45 credits at level 3. A minimum of 30 Level 3 credits must be at Distinction plus a minimum of 15 level 3 credits at either Merit or Distinction.

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leila
23 Feb 24
East Asian Studies BA (Hons)
the degree is excellent and the teachers are all incredible but the university needs better...
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Yuki
24 Oct 22
East Asian Studies BA (Hons)
Good location, helpful and kind teachers Was hard to find some places, didn't know some facilities existed...
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SOAS University of London
SOAS University of London , Camden

SOAS is a vibrant and truly international university renowned for its global outlook, academic excellence, regional specialisms,...

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SOAS University of London
Thornhaugh Street London Camden WC1H 0XG United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Goodge Street  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Euston   0.4 miles away
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