University of St Andrews - Online
MLitt in Iranian Studies - OnlineOnline United Kingdom
DURATION
5 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 Aug 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 25,900 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* non-EU | GBP 12,030 - EU
Introduction
Delve into the rich history, politics, and culture of Iran with a comprehensive online programme that offers deep insights into the country's regional and global significance.
Study the history, politics and international relations of Iran in a diverse and intellectually stimulating way, supported by our unique range of expertise.
Why study this course?
This course introduces you to major themes, concepts and approaches including aspects of methodology and historiography. You will explore questions of nationalism, religion and society, as well as an Iran's place in the region and the broader international community.
- Gain access to a unique range of expertise on Iran from late antiquity to the modern era.
- Benefit from the rich research environment of the Institute for Iranian Studies and with staff located across other Schools, including Art History, Classics, and Modern Languages.
- Access the University's extensive digital collection of ebooks, journals, and electronic databases.
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Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
We are committed to supporting you through your studies, regardless of your financial circumstances. You may be eligible for scholarships, discounts or other support:
- St Andrews Sanctuary Scholarship
- St Leonard's funding opportunities
- Graduate discount (15% off tuition fees)
Curriculum
The St Andrews degree structure is designed to be flexible. You study compulsory modules delivering core learning together with optional modules you choose from the list available that year.
If you choose not to complete the dissertation requirement for the MLitt, there is an exit award available that allows suitably qualified candidates to receive a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) instead, finishing the course at the end of the second semester of study.
Compulsory
Themes in Iranian History
Introduces themes and debates in Iranian history. The module looks at a variety of theoretical and disciplinary approaches as well as exploring questions of nationalism, statehood, religion and identity.
Directed Reading in Iranian History (1 and 2)
Two modules which encourage the development of skills of historical analysis through concentrated study of a topic chosen by the student in consultation with a supervisor.
Optional
You will take two of the optional modules.
Medieval Iran from the Sasanians to the Safavids
Looks at the changing nature of Iran from the perspective of its politics, religion and culture in the period circa 200-1600.
Iran and the World since 1921
Looks at the development of the modern Iranian state from its inception under Reza Khan in the 1920s to the present day.
Special Topic in Iranian Studies
Allows students to explore topics in greater depth and discuss topics of interest beyond the core modules of the programme.
Persian Language and Culture
Enables students to familiarise themselves with the Persian language and culture, using the latest resources for online teaching.
Persian language at the appropriate level
Dissertation
In the final part of the programme, you will undertake a dissertation.
Student dissertations will be supervised by members of the teaching staff who will advise on the choice of subject and provide guidance throughout the research process.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates go on to pursue careers in a range of sectors, including:
- journalism
- publishing
- think tanks
- government
- law
- teaching
Why study at University of St Andrews - Online
Wherever you are, you can take St Andrews with you. Online Masters at the University of St Andrews combine all the benefits of studying at one of the world's oldest and best universities, with all the advantages of flexible, personalised learning.
Program delivery
Teaching
Seminars and fortnightly tutorials.