Ross Adkin
BA Nepali and History
SOAS is the only institution in the UK to offer Nepali as a BA, and the opportunities to study the history of South Asia are unparalleled anywhere else
Undergraduate
Undergraduate Student Profiles
Bashir Ali
BSc Economics
One of the aspects that I’ve enjoyed most about my time here is the diversity of all the societies, which cater to all the different interests at SOAS.
Jessica Davies
LLB Law
SOAS challenges the way that I think. The quality of teaching is exceptionally high, and the law curriculum is academically rigorous.
Joe Buckley
BA Politics
I love coming into SOAS every day, because I never know what I’ll find or who I’ll end up having a conversation with in the bar
Darryl Chan
BA Social Anthropology
If you’re looking for a truly unique and inspiring university experience, look no further than SOAS.
Beatriz Cifuentes
BA History of Art/Archaeology and Tibetan
When I heard about SOAS I immediately knew it was the school for me.
Carl Eoghain Cooper
BA Study of Religions
The degree program is quite challenging and stimulating and makes me constantly reassess my preconceptions and look at issues from points of view that I had never considered before and I’m developing my skills.
Nicholas Day
BA Thai and Economics
SOAS is unlike most other places in the UK. It definitely has a unique feeling to it, being a relatively small university, and has a much friendlier atmosphere than larger more impersonal universities
Raja Mohammad Sultan Mahmood
LLB Law
Deciding to gain admittance to SOAS was one of the best decisions I made!
Sare Demir
Undergraduate Foundation Course
I consider myself very lucky to be a member of the SOAS community
Sumaiya Fatine
The passion of the staff and the students is almost palpable.
Samra Hasan
BSc Economics
SOAS is just the perfect place for people who want to fly high and dream big.
Victoria Poon
LLB Law
I am able to explore a variety of fields in business and law thanks to my strong foundation at SOAS.
Nazmul Hudha
BA Arabic and Geography
To describe SOAS in one word: enriching!
Mysa Kafil-Hussain
BA Arabic and History
From the moment I first stepped into the SOAS gates, I thought ‘wow this place is different’, with a big gulp in my throat.
Mariam Iqbal
BA Economics and Politics
If I were to summarise SOAS in one sentence it would be that it is a great place to prepare me for the future.
Ingrida Kerusauskaite
BA Development Studies and Politics
SOAS is a unique University that combines both academic excellence and a vibrant, active and innovative student body.
Katalin Kovacs
BA African Studies and Development Studies
To be here is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I can develop my academic skills and grow personally. My studies have been exciting and rewarding.
Bauhinia Chi Har Lam
BSc International Management [China] [year abroad]
SOAS is the best place to study the rising economy of China
Amrit Kaur Lohia
BA History
SOAS is unique but incredibly inclusive.
Yousef Mahmoud
BSc Economics
I am considering postgraduate education within my specialised field and I am hoping to do it in SOAS, not only because I’m getting a world class education, but because I’m addicted!
Atika Malik
BA Social Anthropology
SOAS is a brilliant place to study social anthropology.
Friederike Stiller
BA Law and Politics
I thoroughly enjoyed studying alongside other students from all over the world.
Anna Malzy
BA Study of Religions
SOAS is all about the people! If ever I get frustrated with my studies I remember that I have met some of the most brilliant, funny and inspiring people through being here.
Farkhanda Mohiyuddin
BA Persian and History
University experience in SOAS is truly a colourful and unique experience. No other University comes close.
Benita Ngere
BA Politics and Economics
SOAS is a World class organisation, with not only state of art teaching facilities but also a wide ranging mix of students, ranging from various parts of the globe
Mikaela Parrack
BA South Asian Studies and Development Studies
My choice to study at SOAS was the best decision I ever made; being a student here is an exciting and unique experience.
Mia Eskelund Pedersen
BA Arabic and Development Studies
The atmosphere at SOAS is incredibly stimulating, and learning in an environment with such a diverse group of engaged students has really made for a very unique learning experience.
Dominic Stephen Poon
The unparalleled opportunity to focus on the history of certain world regions instantly made SOAS my first university choice.
Maryam Ramadan
BA Social Anthropology and Development Studies
Truly, deeply and sincerely, I love my time at SOAS and I cannot but seriously recommend that you choose to come here. I guarantee you that you will feel like part of the ‘family’ straightaway!
E E Lin
LLB Law
SOAS was my first experience of studying overseas. SOAS has certainly exceeded my expectations...you will find an unparalleled student experience.
Aparna Rao
BSc Economics
SOAS is like no other university in the world in terms of the specialisation in the emerging economies.
Lialin Rotem-Stibbe
BA Linguistics
Studying linguistics at SOAS has opened my eyes to a whole world of languages which can sometimes be overlooked in a Western education
Mirza Saad Anjum
BSc (Hons) Economics
SOAS is one of the most happening and interesting places one can ever come across.
Sergiusz Scheller
BA Hebrew and Israeli Studies
SOAS is situated in the heart of London, which as a global capital can offer you, if you try hard, anything you wish or fancy
Nuren Sherali Parpia
BA Development Studies and Africa
SOAS provides students with plenty of flexibility to explore their talents and discover new ones
Antoni Slodkowski
BA Japanese
The cultural diversity is something rare in the UK and what makes the university experience so much more than studying.
Hanna Szymborska
BSc Economics
What makes SOAS stand out among all the other universities in the UK (and possibly in the whole world) is its unique set of people.
Nunons Tagoe-Borllons
BSc Economics and Law
There are so many subjects at SOAS! This means you are likely to find something that will keep you interested for the next few years.
Soumaya Tidjani
BA Politics and History
Having now experienced SOAS life, I can say there really is no other place quite like it
Patrick Tibke
BA South East Asian Studies
SOAS is surely the only place in Europe, if not the world, where students can build their own personalised degrees from such a diverse range of fields.
Guillaume Vandame
BA History of Art and Archaeology
My initial impression of SOAS was that it was extraordinarily different. I used to describe it as the ‘United Nations’ to friends and family, because of its diversity.
Hang Wang
BA Social Anthropology
As an international student, I am lucky that I could study in the lovely city of London; and moreover, I am proud that I am in SOAS.
Andrew Werner
BA Sanskrit and Study of Religions
I have always had an interest in the history, culture and religions of South Asia and having experienced Sanskrit as a language before it was a logical choice to pursue it as a degree at SOAS
David Whittaker
BA Chinese and Social Anthropology
Students come to SOAS with an interest that soon develops into a passion and, in time, an obsession with their discipline.
Courtney Wilcox
Study Abroad Student, China and Inner Asia
There’s a vibe around the campus that relays a closeness, and acceptance.
Emma Young
BA Linguistics
I am extremely thankful that SOAS has given me the opportunity to learn about my heritage
Alice Yuen
BA Chinese and Korean
Here you’re not only intrigued by the lectures but also by the people around you.
Stephanie Koch
BA Mandarin Chinese & History
I came to study at SOAS because of its good reputation in Mandarin Chinese.
Seemin Zahid
LLB Law
From lecturers to your fellow students, the University as a whole is so welcoming and you’re instantly immersed into all that it has to offer.
Ameera Layla
BA History
SOAS is a huge cultural mix - as if the whole world has come to meet at a single place in the heart of London.
Ayman Zaidi
SOAS is distinctive amongst other London universities because of the welcoming student and staff community here.
Clare Amaladoss
I think the teaching here is second to none and the School is also world-renowned with unrivalled opportunities to progress.
Lukas Fort
My interest in Indonesian cultures and languages led me to SOAS which I think is the best institution for the study of Social Anthropology in the UK!
Marta Pacini
Being part of SOAS and the University of London means that you access to a great variety of events, courses and libraries.
Lee Richardson
I am happy to say that I can now both analyse and contribute to the outside world!
Katie McCullum
SOAS has pushed me to think creatively and with new perspective, and has been absolutely formative for my direction for the future.
Nicola Darfoor
You’ll be taught by the best in their field and you will broaden your horizons and open the door to opportunities you never knew existed before.
Rabah Tahraou
The best thing about this course is that you can choose every module and every topic yourself, which is rare in many universities
Sarosh Sethna
My course is unique because it teaches students how to think like a lawyer on a global comparative basis
Selja Ryoppy
SOAS is multicultural, tolerant and unique – there is no other place like it
Yumna Islam
The extra-curricular activities are wide and I have learned a lot from for example from organising events for different societies
Maro Itoje
BA Politics
The opportunity to study African politics really appealed to me.
Hector Drinkall-Gash
BA Vietnamese and International Relations
I was drawn to SOAS by its international outlook and its non-Eurocentric viewpoint.
Jackson Swinhoe
BA Chinese
In my spare time I enjoy both watching and performing Chinese Opera.
Sakib Ahmad
BSc Economics
The Department of Economics is very friendly, and the lecturers know each student personally.
Tom Jelpke
BA African Languages and Cultures
I knew as soon as I visited SOAS that it was the place for me.
Hirra Hayat
LLB Law
SOAS has the cosmopolitan outlook which is indispensable today
Atika Dawood
BA Arabic and Linguistics
Being small and tight-knit, SOAS made further education seem less daunting and overwhelming.
Malika Zehni
BA Persian and History of Art and Archaeology
The interdisciplinary approach of courses at SOAS made a huge impact on me.
Shyan Al-Barzangi
BSc International Management (MENA)
During my first year at SOAS I set up the Iraq Society in the Students’ Union.
Madiina Daher
BA English
The specialisation of our modules is fantastic and allows you to learn about literatures that you wouldn’t be exposed to anywhere else.
Almira Farid
BA Music
SOAS has helped tremendously in opening up my eyes and ears to how culturally colourful our musical world is.
Luisa Eggers
BSc International Management (China)
The course has been good for providing topical lectures, for example one on the Chinese stock market crisis, the week following the event.
Brigid Bernard
BA Japanese
There is always so much to do in London.
Henry Ashworth
BA Burmese and Music
After my first year at SOAS, I did an internship working for the British Chamber of Commerce in pre-democracy Myanmar.
Fatima Awan
BSc Management
I have enjoyed studying in London: there are so many activities and societies available.
Abigail Moselle
BA English
English at SOAS has a much wider scope and has introduced me to a range of new authors.
Bareera Ahmed
BA International Relations and Economics
I am combining my studies with working as an intern at City Hall, helping to promote the Mayor’s Entrepreneur Competition.
Jonathan Arentoft
BA International Relations and Economics
I am co-president of the SOAS Open Economics Forum.
Michael Schmid
SOAS has allowed me to focus on politics in a particular region of interest and also study a language of that area.
Rishika Singh
SOAS has undoubtedly proven to be a myriad of unique and brilliant experiences - all thanks to its exceptionally diverse student body and world-class faculty. Neither leave any stone unturned to make SOAS the vibrant, spirited and accepting space that it is.
Jasmin Amiri
SOAS has allowed me to explore a plethora of ideas, themes and concepts that would simply not be the same elsewhere.
Rubinah Kausar Chowdhary
Lectures and tutors are world class - their enthusiasm about their subject is infectious.
Ines Fakiri
Studying at SOAS has completely reshaped the certainties I had of the world surrounding me. Mindblowing experience of learning how to effectively criticise and reassess prejudices about societies, culture and the world.
Yumeng Li
All the staff and students are passionate about what they are doing, the class is always full of energy and fun.
Arzu Abbasova
SOAS is more than a university and a place to get an education, it is a community and a big diverse family.
Brendan Harvey
BA Social Anthropology and Politics
The decision to study anthropology at SOAS has turned out to be one of the most important professional and personal decisions I’ve ever made.
James Keogh
BA Social Anthropology
The Department of Anthropology embodies the unique and independent SOAS spirit.
Louise Callaghan
BA Development Studies and History
Working in the Middle East, it was a huge advantage to have been at SOAS because you make all these connections that you can use later on in life.
Hussain Hilli
BA Economics and Chinese
SOAS is a prime environment to widen one's horizons and perspectives on a variety of issues, topics and debates.