SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London is a specialist public research university and member of the University of London, focused on the study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Founded in 1916 and located in Bloomsbury, central London, SOAS brings together scholars, students and practitioners from over 130 nationalities to address global challenges through research, teaching and public engagement. SOAS is internationally renowned for its expertise in languages, cultures, politics, economics, law and development studies relating to Asia, Africa and the Middle East. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, SOAS achieved 5 subjects in the global top 40, including Development Studies (2nd worldwide), Politics (16th), Anthropology (19th), History of Art (24th), and History (36th). SOAS was shortlisted for University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2026 and ranked Joint 1st in the UK for International Faculty (QS 2027). Over 320 scholarships totalling £4 million are available for 2026/27, with 1 in 3 international postgraduates receiving support.