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Make an original, positive and lasting contribution to Korean studies. A PhD is an opportunity to expand upon your interests and expertise in the two Koreas as part of an active research community making impact across the globe. Join us at the heart of Scotland’s capital and festival city. Over the course of your PhD, you will complete an original body of work under the expert guidance of at least two supervisors. Your thesis will be around 80,000 words. Our programme includes access to skills training, including research methodologies specific to Korean and East Asian studies. Our programme is based in an Asian Studies department at the University of Edinburgh with a unique combination of disciplinary expertise. This reflects the Korean peninsula's place at the centre of landmark geopolitical developments in the early 21st century. We have particular strengths in:
- modern Korean history
- Korean society and culture
- political economy
- urban studies
- security
- public policy
- political science
- international relations
- comparative literature
- film studies
- intermediality
Modules
See the University of Edinburgh website for detailed programme information.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
Old College
South Bridge
Edinburgh
EH8 9YL