The School of Oriental and African Studies
London, England
How much do School of Oriental and African Studies graduates earn by subject?
School of Oriental and African Studies graduates earn a median salary of £30,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Economics at £43,300, while English studies graduates earn £27,200.
How competitive is School of Oriental and African Studies?
In 2024, School of Oriental and African Studies received 12,815 applications and accepted 3,350 students, giving an acceptance rate of 26.1%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at School of Oriental and African Studies?
80% of School of Oriental and African Studies graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 8 subjects with median salaries ranging from £27,200 to £43,300. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | 73.6% | £43,300 |
| History and archaeology | 91.9% | £33,600 |
| Law | 69.8% | £33,200 |
| Politics | 79.6% | £31,000 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 75.5% | £30,700 |
| Languages and area studies | 65.3% | £29,900 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 76.9% | £27,700 |
| English studies | 82.4% | £27,200 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Economics £43,300
- 2 History and archaeology £33,600
- 3 Law £33,200
- 4 Politics £31,000
- 5 Sociology, social policy and anthropology £30,700
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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