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Master of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies (MECAS)


Course Details

If you’re fascinated by the Middle East and Central Asia, transform your passion into a specialised qualification at Australia’s premier institute for international studies. Through this program, you'll gain a deep regional grounding from multiple interdisciplinary perspectives, including contemporary politics, international relations, modern history, political economy, development studies, sociology, and religious and cultural studies. The degree includes intensive options for busy professionals, and online options* for those based remotely, alongside traditional face-to-face seminars with leading global experts on the Middle East and Central Asia.

Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: The Master of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies requires the completion of 72 units

The Advanced version of this degree contains a thesis component.


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