Near and Middle East Section & School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics

Certificate in Persian

Key information

Start date
Duration
1
Attendance mode
Full Time
Location
On Campus
Fees

Home: £9,535
International: £22,870

Course code
T6BE
Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement is the ability to demonstrate the potential to study at undergraduate level. However, programmes may have their own specific requirements, such as, in the case of language-based studies, a proven ability to learn a language.

See English language requirements

Course overview

The Certificate in Persian is an introductory qualification in the Persian language. Students acquire a solid initial knowledge of the written and spoken language of modern Iran and study the historical and cultural background of the country within the context of the Middle East. 

When taken full-time (in one year) the programme corresponds closely to the first year of the BA Languages and Cultures. No prior knowledge of Persian is required. Applicants with existing knowledge of Persian can join the programme at a more advanced language entry level.

Structure

Part-time students

The part-time syllabus allows a fuller engagement with Persian language. Year 1 is devoted to the introductory courses in Persian 1A and Persian 1B (15 credits each). In year two, students normally follow this with Persian 2A and Persian 2B, as well as the Classical Persian Poetry (15 credits).

The programme also gives students who are interested in the history and cultures of the Middle East access to SOAS’s comprehensive regional expertise and allows them to develop a multi-disciplinary approach to the study of this significant region in our interconnected, globalised world.

Important notice

The information on the website reflects the intended programme structure against the given academic session. The modules are indicative options of the content students can expect and are/have been previously taught as part of these programmes. 

However, this information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change. 

Core

Compulsory

Guided options List B

0-30 credits from List B

Guided options List A

30-60 credits from List A

Teaching and learning

  • Courses are taught during the day.
  • Teaching begins in September.
  • Examinations are in May-June.