Middle Eastern Studies-Master at Leiden University

Middle Eastern Studies

The Middle Eastern Studies Master’s program at Leiden University offers disciplinary breadth, historical depth, research-based electives, and flexibility to tailor the program to individual interests. Students can explore topics across the humanities and social sciences, including modern and premodern history, politics, international relations, religion, anthropology, literature, and philology. The program also offers language courses in Modern Standard Arabic, Modern Hebrew, Turkish, and Persian (Farsi). All courses are taught in English by internationally respected scholars.

Tuition & Admission

For the 2026/2027 academic year, tuition is €2,694 for EU/EEA students and €22,300 for Non-EU/EEA students. The program carries 60 ECTS credits, while the duration is not provided. Language requirements include Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English 180, Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English 180, IELTS overall band 6.5, or TOEFL internet-based 90.

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