East Asian Studies BA (Hons)
University of Leeds
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of East Asian Studies BA (Hons) and other courses in Asian Studies at University of Leeds for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Asian Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Asian Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Asian Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24000 | £27500 | £29500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £30000 | £22500 - £32500 | £21000 - £42500 |
All Asian Studies courses of University of Leeds
Salary of all UK Graduates of Asian Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24000 | £23397 | £28956 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £28500 | £16500 - £31259 | £20544 - £38633 |
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Course Description
On this course, you’ll develop a diverse understanding of East Asia, home of the world’s second and third largest economies (China and Japan). Encompassing the study of Northeast Asia (China, Japan and Korea) and Southeast Asia (Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam), you’ll explore the region from historical, economic, political, social and cultural perspectives.
We have expertise that stretches across the communities of this dynamic and fascinating region. You’ll study compulsory modules that explore history, cultures and societies. You’ll also be able to tailor your studies to your interests by choosing from the range of optional modules including basic language skills, East Asian religions, modern Thai history, Chinese society, Japanese cinema or Korean society and culture.
Throughout our range of modules, you’ll consider key challenges in the region today, such as climate change, economic development and non-traditional security issues, as well as offering insights into the region’s huge cultural, political and social diversity.
You can also learn Chinese, Japanese or other East Asian languages from beginner level. The industrial variant of this degree includes the opportunity to undertake a work placement in your third year, while the international variant offers you the chance to undertake a period of study abroad in your third year.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of East Asian Studies BA (Hons) at University of Leeds
| 20% | Customer service occupations |
| 15% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Asian Studies
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English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | 7 overall, with no lower than 6.5 in any component |
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
University Rankings
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About University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is a government funded research university based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The main campus is situated approximately one mile north of Leeds city centre, and is also close to the popular student neighbourhoods of Hyde Park, Woodhouse, and Headingley.
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Student composition of University of Leeds
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Leeds by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 26410
- postgraduates:
- 10335
- Total:
- 36745
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “East Asian Studies”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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