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LMU Munich

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Master of Arts in Religion and Philosophy in Asia

Original title: Religion und Philosophie in Asien

German / English4 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyBavaria

This research-oriented Master's program combines Asian religious and philosophical traditions with interdisciplinary methods, developing language skills and intercultural competence for academic and professional paths.

Overview

Why this program?

English-friendly instruction
No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Religion & Theology
Integration of Asian religious and philosophical traditions
Master of Arts in Religion and Philosophy in Asia

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Students aiming for advanced research and academic expertise in Asian religious and philosophical traditions with strong language skills and intercultural competence.

Career outcomes

  • Academic researcher in Asian religions and philosophy
  • Cultural and intercultural advisor
  • Education and teaching roles
  • Museum and cultural institutions staff
  • Religious community leadership
  • International organizations and NGOs

Skills you will learn

  • Advanced research in Asian religious and philosophical traditions
  • Academic writing and presentation
  • Source language competence (e.g., Japanese, Chinese, Sanskrit)
  • Intercultural communication
  • Methodological approaches in religious studies
  • Critical analysis and interdisciplinary thinking

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsBachelor's degree with grade 2.5 or better in a related field (Indology, Japanology, Religious Studies, Sinology, Tibetology, or similar); Proof of competence in one of the following source languages: Japanese, Chinese (including classical), Sanskrit, classical Tibetan, Hindi/Urdu; or methodological competence in religious studies
Deadline15 July
LanguageGerman / English
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesUniversity fees include contributions to Studentenwerk München and semester ticket
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Academic researcher in Asian religions and philosophy
Cultural and intercultural advisor
Education and teaching roles
Museum and cultural institutions staff
Religious community leadership
International organizations and NGOs

University

LMU Munich

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