Overview
Research
East Asian Studies research topics at the University of Sheffield are constantly responding to developments in the disciplines, as well as to the dynamic changes in the region.
We supervise dissertations across a wide range of disciplines, including politics, international relations, political economy, business and economy, demographics, sociology, culture and film, language and literature, and modern history.
Our geographical focus spans Japan, Greater China, the Korean peninsula, and East Asia as a region. The topic of your dissertation can be thematic, country specific or regional.
Inter-disciplinary and inter-departmental supervision is also available for students wishing to pursue research involving another part of the world or involving other disciplines.
Programme Structure
We are particularly keen to receive applications in the areas covered by our research clusters:- East Asian text and cultures
- Movement(s), economy and development in East Asia
- Power, cooperation and competition in East Asia
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Although we advise students to start in September/October, it's often possible to start postgraduate research at any point in the year.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Asian studies View 17 other PhDs in Asian studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The standard requirement for entry onto our PhD programme is a Masters degree with Merit from a university in the UK, or an equivalent qualification from an institution overseas.
- Applicants with other qualifications combined with relevant professional experience may also be eligible.
Tuition Fee
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International
24230 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24230 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Sheffield
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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