Woman, life, freedom: How a fight for women’s rights is uniting a nation In September, Mahsa Amini is taken by the morality police. She will never be released and will die of a heart attack while in custody. What ensues is a cultural and ideological protest with the potential of reshaping modern Iran.
Professor Jairus Banaji Agrarian history; Late Antiquity and early Islam; historical materialism; and, contemporary India, with a special interest in issues like the critique of minimalist stereotypes of the ancient economy; Marx’s method in Capital; modes of production; the fate of the peasantry under capitalism; and, labour and capital in India’s economy.
CAMHRA Doctoral scholarships This prestigious scholarship offers the opportunity for successful applicants to pursue a fully-funded 3-year PhD under the mentorship of leading experts in the fields of anthropology and mental health.
Department of Gender Studies The Department of Gender Studies at SOAS is an interdisciplinary space promoting research and teaching on gender.
World Swahili Language Day To mark World Kiswahili Language day 2025, we are bringing together an international panel of poets, writers and researchers to celebrate Swahili and all its varieties.
Making the most of staying at university over the winter break Ankur shares his advice for staying in London over the holidays including tips for juggling studies with relaxation, staying busy and exploring what the city has to offer.
How to develop a career in the humanitarian sector Oyessorzo studies MSc Humanitarian Action online while working in the humanitarian sector. She offers advice for anyone hoping to develop a career in humanitarianism.
Missing home? How to survive (and thrive) as a student living in London Being a student away from home can be difficult. Here are my tips to help you settle into student life in London.