About us
SOAS University of London was inaugurated in 1916 as the apex university for the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Serving as a post-1992 new university in the centre of London, SOAS teaches and provides a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields including law, politics, economics, and languages.
As a member of the University of London, students of SOAS can fully utilise the services of the leading institution, where SOAS Library is one of the biggest and most significant libraries in the world concerning the field of Asian, African, and Middle East studies. The focalisation of the university in central London offers students a wealth of cultural and professional experience.
Key Highlights of SOAS University of London
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Details
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Established
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1916
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Location
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London, United Kingdom
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Specialisation
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Studies of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East
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Research Excellence
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87% rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)
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QS World Rankings
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3rd in Development Studies; Top 20 in Politics and Anthropology
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Student Diversity
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Students from over 140 countries
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Library
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One of the world's largest collections for Asian, African, and Middle Eastern studies
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Affiliation
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Member of the University of London
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