UNIVERSITY OF EXETER · UNITED KINGDOM
Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
12 mo
Duration
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IELTS
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Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- 3rdUK for African & Middle Eastern Studies
- 101-125World for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education 2026)
- HighestTeaching contact hours for Arabic in the UK
- LargestCentre for Middle East Studies in a UK university
- Top 3For student satisfaction in six out of seven themes (National Student Survey 2025)
The Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies (IAIS) at the University of Exeter is a leading centre for the study of the Middle East and Islamic world. It is the largest purpose-built centre for Middle East and Islamic Studies in any UK university, fostering a vibrant, diverse, and international community. IAIS is home to world-leading scholars and offers exceptional learning experiences, preparing graduates for rewarding careers in fields such as journalism, international NGOs, and diplomatic service. The institute is highly ranked, being 3rd in the UK for African & Middle Eastern Studies and ranked among the top 125 universities globally for Social Sciences by Times Higher Education.
Careers
Graduates from the Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies go on to rewarding careers in a variety of sectors.
- Journalism
- International non-governmental organisations
- Diplomatic service
Frequently asked questions
- What career paths can I pursue after graduating from the Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies?
- Graduates go on to rewarding careers in various sectors, including Journalism, International non-governmental organisations, and Diplomatic service.
- Are there any scholarships available for students at the Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies?
- Yes, Al Waleed Scholarships are available to support travel to Arabic-speaking countries, fostering cultural exchange.
- Where does the Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies rank nationally and internationally?
- The Institute is ranked 3rd in the UK for African & Middle Eastern Studies and among the top 125 universities globally for Social Sciences by Times Higher Education 2026.
- What is unique about the language teaching at the Institute?
- The Institute offers the highest number of teaching contact hours for Arabic language compared to all other universities in the UK.
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Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fees for international students are not specified on this page. Please refer to individual course pages for details.
Tuition (home)Tuition fees for home/domestic students are not specified on this page. Please refer to individual course pages for details.
LivingEstimated living costs are not specified on this page. Please refer to the University of Exeter's general student information for estimates.
Scholarships
Al Waleed ScholarshipsSupport for travel
Frequently asked questions
What career paths can I pursue after graduating from the Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies?
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Graduates go on to rewarding careers in various sectors, including Journalism, International non-governmental organisations, and Diplomatic service.
Are there any scholarships available for students at the Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies?
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Yes, Al Waleed Scholarships are available to support travel to Arabic-speaking countries, fostering cultural exchange.
Where does the Institute of Arab & Islamic Studies rank nationally and internationally?
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The Institute is ranked 3rd in the UK for African & Middle Eastern Studies and among the top 125 universities globally for Social Sciences by Times Higher Education 2026.
What is unique about the language teaching at the Institute?
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The Institute offers the highest number of teaching contact hours for Arabic language compared to all other universities in the UK.