Study Fee: Click here to view the t(/study-fee)uition and subscription options.(/study-fee)(/study-fee) Monthly study plans start from €499 per month, depending on the program and level of academic support selected.

Study Method: This program is delivered 100% online, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world with flexible scheduling. Students may also have the option to attend the graduation ceremony in Switzerland, subject to visa approval and travel regulations.

Study Language: The program is delivered in English. Students are expected to have sufficient English language proficiency to complete the coursework and academic requirements.

Applications can be submitted online through our admission portal.(/apply)(/apply) Applicants may also contact or visit our offices in different regions, including: • Europe: Switzerland • GCC: Dubai (UAE) • Asia: Bishkek Our admissions team will guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Programs are offered through a flexible monthly subscription system, allowing students to progress at their own pace while maintaining access to academic resources and support services.

This program has a minimum study period depending on the academic level and program structure. Students may complete the program at their own pace while maintaining an active monthly subscription.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the academic entry requirements for the respective program level. Typical requirements may include: • A previous academic qualification relevant to the program level • A copy of passport or national ID • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume • Completed online application form Additional documents may be requested depending on the program and the institution delivering the program.

Certification / Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, students will receive the corresponding certificate or academic degree issued by the responsible institution within the VBNN Smart Education Group network.

Master in Orientalism

Feb 20
2 min read

This Master study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for scholars, researchers, cultural analysts, historians, and social scientists who seek to critically examine the historical, intellectual, and cultural constructions of the “Orient” across literature, politics, art, media, and global discourse. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 7 and aligned with the Second European Cycle, the program emphasizes advanced theoretical inquiry, interdisciplinary analysis, and rigorous research methodology.

With a minimum duration of 12 months and flexible extension options, the program equals 60 ECTS credits and provides an academically robust yet adaptable structure suitable for professionals and international students engaged in cultural, historical, or political studies.

The academic framework consists of five structured modules:

Two research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research design, qualitative and critical methodologies, discourse analysis, historiography, and academic writing for publication.
Two general academic modules that strengthen interdisciplinary thinking, critical theory, ethics in research, and comparative cultural analysis.
One specialized module in Orientalism, exploring key themes such as representations of the East in Western scholarship and literature, postcolonial theory, power and knowledge frameworks, media portrayals, cultural identity, intellectual history, and global geopolitics.

The program culminates in independent thesis and research activities, enabling candidates to produce an original scholarly contribution within the field. Research may engage with historical texts, contemporary media, literary criticism, political discourse, or cross-cultural intellectual traditions.

This Master study program is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in academia, diplomacy, international relations, cultural institutions, media analysis, or further doctoral-level research. It develops advanced competencies in critical analysis, theoretical interpretation, cross-cultural understanding, and scholarly communication—equipping graduates to navigate complex global narratives and cultural dialogues with intellectual depth and analytical precision.