PhD/MPhil Research Degrees/in Japanese and Korean Studies

Course Overview The Department of Japan and Korea offers specialized MPhil and PhD research degrees, providing a unique opportunity for in-depth study of the region's diverse cultural and linguistic heritage. Students are encouraged to pursue innovative research projects across a broad spectrum of subjects, from classical literature to modern history and media. Key Program Highlights Diverse research supervision in cultural, historical, and linguistic fields Freedom to develop unique thesis topics beyond staff specializations Focus on primary sources and original textual analysis Expert guidance on topics from classical Kabuki to modern cinema Vibrant academic community exploring both Japanese and Korean studies