SOAS University of London is a public research university in London, England, and a constituent college of the federal University of London. Founded in 1916, SOAS is the world’s leading institution for the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. SOAS is known for its critical and interdisciplinary approach to learning, and for its commitment to social justice.