Traditions of Yoga and Meditation, MA, SOAS University of London

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MA	find out	find out	find out	GBP 11980 per year	GBP 23400 per year

About Traditions of Yoga and Meditation, MA - at SOAS University of London

The MA Traditions of Yoga and Meditation degree explores the origins and historical development of yoga and meditation in India and Tibet from ancient times to the modern world.

Core module Yoga and Meditation: Perspectives, Context and Methodologies is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the fascinating thematic components and cross-regional perspectives.

The Traditions of Yoga and Meditation postgraduate degree is attractive to students who:

are experienced practitioners of yoga and meditation who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural contexts that shaped their traditions
have a background in psychology seeking to gain knowledge of meditation and mindfulness for their clinical work
are planning to pursue further research which may involve, at a subsequent stage, the acquisition of a doctoral degree and a career in higher education
will pursue a career or professional activity for which advanced knowledge of the yoga and meditation traditions of Asia is required
seek the academic study of these traditions as a complement to their personal experience

Full-time and part-time study is available.

See Department of Religions & Philosophies,

School of History, Religions & Philosophies

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Entry requirements

We will consider all applications with 2:2 (or international equivalent) or higher. In addition to degree classification we take into account other elements of the application such as supporting statement. References are optional, but can help build a stronger application if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.

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You can find more information on our scholarships, and how to apply on the SOAS website.