Study Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies (IMES) PhD at The University of Edinburgh in the UK, School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures

About this course

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What will I learn?

Make an original, positive and lasting contribution to Islamic and Middle Eastern studies (IMES). A PhD is an opportunity to expand upon your interests and expertise as part of an active research community making impact across the globe. Join us at the heart of Scotland’s capital and festival city.With over 260 years of history in teaching and research, we are recognised internationally as a leading centre for postgraduate study in Islamic and Middle Eastern studies. We are able to supervise research in a wide range of specialist and interdisciplinary areas. Our expertise includes:language, literature, arts and cultureshistory and historiographyreligioncontemporary politics and mediagender and sexualitydiasporas and ethnic minoritiesPalestine studies

Which department am I in?

School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£29,000.00 (US$ 37,451) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Main Campus

Old College, South Bridge,

Edinburgh,

EH8 9YL, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£29,000.00 (US$ 37,451) per year

This is a fixed fee

Application deadline

30/10/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Main Campus

Old College, South Bridge,

Edinburgh,

EH8 9YL, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

A UK 2:1 honours degree and a masters degree, or their international equivalents, in a related subject. We may also consider your application if you have equivalent qualifications or experience; please check with the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures (LLC) before you apply.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.