Detail Notice

Department of History and Philosophy (DHP) is offering M.A. in History & Asian Studies (MAHAS). The MAHAS Program focuses on multi-disciplinary perspectives of South Asia, South East Asia, East Asia & the Middle East. Courses connect diverse disciplines on Asian affairs, such as regional history, political economy, cross-country studies, geopolitics, gender, & urbanization from a global viewpoint.

COURSES OFFERED

- History of Modern South

- Aisa Contemporary South Asia

- Contemporary East Asia

- Contemporary Middle East

- Economic Transition of Asia

- History of Independent Bangladesh

- Gender in Asian History

- Modern China, Japan, & Malaysia

- Development in South Asia

- Historiography & Research Methodology

WHO CAN APPLY

- Fresh graduates of liberal arts or social sciences interested in BCS & other professional examinations

- Having job experience in defense services, NGOs, & INGOs

- Foreigners, including expats & professionals serving in the diplomatic missions

SCHOLARSHIPS

- Graduate Assistantship for prospective candidates

- Financial assistance based on academic results

- Quota-based tuition waiver as appropriate

- Siblings studying together at NSU

MISSION

- Broad-based understanding of past historical events & issues

- Develop specialized practical knowledge & capacities

- Equip students with expertise in Asia related current affairs

- Enable students to play vital role in the workplace decision-making

KEY FEATURES

- 36 credits by course work with or without a dissertation

- The program spreads over three semesters

- Courses taught by reputed faculty members

- The prospect of pursuing Ph.D. studies

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

- Five month long bi-semester system

- Intake every January & June

- Short semester in November-December