5 things I wish I knew before my study abroad year in Japan Natasja is a BA Japanese and History of Art student who spent a year abroad studying in Tokyo, Japan. Here's what she wishes she had known before her year abroad.
Islamic Art Circle monthly lecture: 'Illustrating Myth in Persian Book Painting?' Charles Melville examines the relationship between Persian illustrations and the events they represent.
Why I Chose SOAS: A Student Perspective (December) Discover what it’s like to study at SOAS through the personal journeys and insights of our current students.
My MBA 30 experience: Social activist Patrick Hutchinson Social activist Patrick Hutchinson describes how the MBA 30 aided his own business.
I Couldn't Stand By: Youth, Violence and Peace — An Exhibition of Young Hope This exhibition presents illustrated stories from PositiveNegatives illuminating young peoples' experiences of conflict, peacebuilding and marginalisation.
Why I rejected Oxford for SOAS Amr shares how he found his way to SOAS by choosing a path that felt true to him, rather than the one he was expected to follow.
Danushka Medawatte Danushka Medawatte is an Associate Lecturer in International Law at SOAS, University of London. She joined SOAS in September 2025.
Curator's Tour of Karl Singporewala: Cosmos, Memory, Scale Join artist Karl Singporewala for a guided tour of Cosmos, Memory, Scale at SOAS Gallery.
The new and improved personal statement: what you need to know Applying to SOAS? An admissions officer advises on the new personal statement and what you need to know to showcase your personality and passion for your chosen subject.