Birds, wings and diadems: Zoroastrian symbols in Parthian and Sasanian art This lecture will explore the intricate relationship of kingship and religion in the art of Parthian and Sasanian Iran.
The Sir Percival David Foundation of Chinese Art Annual Lecture 2025 This lecture presents case studies of select ceramics in the Freer Gallery of Art that are being studied in a cross-disciplinary project.
Diplomacy in Practice: Lessons from a Career on the Frontlines In a period of extreme flux in the international system, diplomacy has never been more essential or more challenging. Drawing on his long career as a British and European Union diplomat, including as a head of mission and Managing Director for both Africa and the Middle East, Dr Nick Westcott offers a vivid and practical exploration of the craft of diplomacy: how to handle crises, negotiate with adversaries, support local staff, engage civil society, and navigate the pressures of representing one’s country abroad.
Japonisme Across Time: From 19th Century Inspirations to Contemporary Visions Monika Hinkel's lecture will examine how the phenomenon of Japonisme—the Western reception and adaptation of Japanese visual culture—significantly changed the course of modern art.
The road to freedom - Economics and the good society: National and global perspectives SOAS DLD Annual Lecture with Nobel Laureate Joseph E. Stiglitz.
RSAA and SOAS annual presentation on Asia for sixth form students 2025 The Royal Society for Asian Affairs and SOAS University of London invites school students to attend a day of talks about several aspects of Asia.
Exploring the Narrative World of the Buddhist Cave Temples of Kucha This lecture will provide an overview of Buddhist culture in Kucha and its archaeological sites and examine the concept of 'ancient India'.
Learning for Development Futures for SOAS Development Graduates Calling all SOAS Development Studies Master's students, and all applicants to our exciting MScs Programmes! Join us in person or online to hear from successful Development Studies alumni and learn from their career journeys.