SUBJECT MASTERCLASSES (for undergraduate programmes)

Our Subject Masterclasses offer prospective students the opportunity to delve into Asian and Middle Eastern Studies through engaging university-level sessions led by AMES academics.

These online and in-person events introduce you to the languages, cultures, histories and contemporary issues studied at Cambridge, while offering insight into undergraduate study and student life.

Students in a classroom

What to expect

You will have the opportunity to:

  • attend university-level taster lectures
  • explore global cultures, histories and languages
  • engage with current academic debates and research
  • ask questions about studying at Cambridge
  • hear from current students and academic staff

Previous masterclasses

Our recent sessions have explored topics including:

  • the political resilience of Gulf monarchies
  • visual culture and graphic narratives in early modern Japan
  • languages, histories and cultures across Asia and the Middle East

Who can attend?

Our masterclasses are primarily designed for:

  • Year 12 students (or equivalent)
  • prospective undergraduate applicants
  • students interested in languages, humanities and global studies

Upcoming events

Information about future Subject Masterclasses will be published on this page.

Please check back regularly for updates and registration details.

Stay connected

If you would like to hear about future masterclasses and outreach events, we encourage you to join our mailing list or contact the Outreach Team.