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LMU Munich

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist and South Asian Studies

Original title: Buddhistische und Südasiatische Studien

German / partial English6 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyBavaria

The BA in Buddhist and South Asian Studies at LMU Munich offers an in-depth exploration of South Asia's cultural and intellectual history, focusing on religions, literatures, and philological skills in Sanskrit, Classical Tibetan, or modern Indian languages.

Overview

Why this program?

English-friendly instruction
No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Religion & Theology
Focus on South Asian cultural and intellectual history
Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist and South Asian Studies

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Those aiming for careers in academia, cultural institutions, or religious studies with language expertise.

Career outcomes

  • Academic research
  • Cultural consultancy
  • Translation and linguistics
  • Religious education
  • Museum and archive work

Skills you will learn

  • Philological analysis
  • Cultural interpretation
  • Critical thinking
  • Language proficiency in Sanskrit, Classical Tibetan, or modern Indian languages
  • Interdisciplinary research methods

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsUniversity entrance qualification; decision on source language before study start
DeadlineRefer to university website for current deadlines
LanguageGerman / partial English
Free orientation

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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesSemester fees including basic and solidarity contributions, and semester ticket fee
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Academic research
Cultural consultancy
Translation and linguistics
Religious education
Museum and archive work

University

LMU Munich

LMU Munich is located in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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