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
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-04 00:00:00 , National

More details

Although we advise students to start in September/October, it's often possible to start postgraduate research at any point in the year.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Asian studies View 17 other PhDs in Asian studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

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 Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23985 GBP / year

≈ 23985 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Additional Details

Overseas: £23,985 to £26,960

Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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