North Korean Studies MA

University of Lancashire

Become a next-generation expert with a research degree in North Korean Studies. Conduct in-depth research on North Korea's society, economy, international relations, and politics. You can also research the inter-Korean relations in the context of divided nations.

Explore North Korea’s past, present, and future. Delve into its relationship and interactions with the wider world, as well as with NGOs and international organisations. Develop advanced critical analysis skills as you examine how North Korea could achieve sustainable development and build resilience despite the challenges of a dysfunctional state.

As you progress, you will deepen your understanding of socioeconomic, sociopolitical, and sociocultural issues. These include, but are not limited to:

• marketisation
• defectors migration
• crypto theft
• poverty
• cultural influx
• civil society.