Persian Studies MA (Hons) 48 months Undergraduate Program By The University of Edinburgh. |Top Universities
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Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Modern LanguagesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Persian is one of the major languages of the Middle East and Central Asia. Its modern form has three variants which, collectively, are the first language of over 120 million people. It is the national language of Iran, indigenously known as Farsi. It is known as Dari in Afghanistan and Tajik in Tajikistan.

To study Persian is to enter into a rich and diverse culture that has produced:

  • major epic and Sufi poets
  • world-class cinema
  • exquisite fine art and textiles

Our programme is also your gateway to understanding modern Iran, a dynamic society at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. You will study Iran's historical, literary, cultural and political life and the rich intellectual heritage of Islam.

With increasing migration in response to changing global dynamics, there is demand for graduates of Persian in Scotland, the UK and abroad. Wherever you are based in the world, the ability to communicate in the modern language and to understand Middle Eastern cultures, will make you stand out.

Program overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Persian is one of the major languages of the Middle East and Central Asia. Its modern form has three variants which, collectively, are the first language of over 120 million people. It is the national language of Iran, indigenously known as Farsi. It is known as Dari in Afghanistan and Tajik in Tajikistan.

To study Persian is to enter into a rich and diverse culture that has produced:

  • major epic and Sufi poets
  • world-class cinema
  • exquisite fine art and textiles

Our programme is also your gateway to understanding modern Iran, a dynamic society at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. You will study Iran's historical, literary, cultural and political life and the rich intellectual heritage of Islam.

With increasing migration in response to changing global dynamics, there is demand for graduates of Persian in Scotland, the UK and abroad. Wherever you are based in the world, the ability to communicate in the modern language and to understand Middle Eastern cultures, will make you stand out.

Admission Requirements

4 Years
Sep

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