Master of Arts [M.A] [Migration and Diaspora Studies] From School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London

The programme from Êwill prepare students to proceed to advanced postgraduate research or to work s practitioners in fields related to Migration, Refugees and Humanitarian relief.

This MA is designed to appeal to students from a variety of backgrounds who:

• Wish to know more of the transnational nature of the modern world;

• Wish to engage with critical theories to understand the management of mobility and the impact of humanitarian relief;

• Wish to understand the role of migration in the major political and cultural processes of the contemporary world;

• Come from other disciplines, such as Law or Politics, and now wish to incorporate an anthropological perspective on issues of migration and diaspora.

The programme attracts students from around the world. It encourages a transdisciplinary approach to issues of migration and diaspora, providing historical depth as well as perspectives from anthropology, politics, sociology, and de-colonial studies. The programme also works closely with a number of departments across the school, such as Development Studies, the Centre for Gender Studies as well as Law and Politics, which also run migration and diaspora related courses.Ê

Most of these courses are available as options on the programme, making it a unique MA in terms of both its breadth and depth. The program seeks to facilitate a bridge between academia and work realities including advocacy, relief, arts and culture, as well as activism on the ground.

Careers

Studying an MA in Migration and Diaspora Studies at SOAS develops studentsÕ understanding of the world, other peoplesÕ ways of life and how society is organised.

This programme with give students specialized research training in Migration and Diaspora Studies, including a relevant language. ÊOver the years the SOAS department has trained numerous leading anthropologists who have gone on to occupy lectureships and professorships throughout the world. ÊEqually, students gain skills during their degree that transfer well to areas such as information and technology, government service, the media and tourism. Ê

Postgraduate students leave SOAS with a portfolio of widely transferable skills which employers seek, including analytical and critical skills; ability to gather, assess and interpret data; high level of cultural awareness; and problem-solving. ÊA postgraduate degree is a valuable experience that provides students with a body of work and a diverse range of skills that they can use to market themselves with when they graduate.Ê