Bachelor of Arts Indian Studies

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Bachelor of Arts Indian Studies

The programme aims to introduce the linguistics, literature, religious and socio-cultural heritage of the Indian community in an academic manner that will benefit the nation as a whole. It also targets to showcase the historical, socio-political and economic aspects of the Indian community in Malaysia.

The student will cover subjects ranging from Tamil grammar and literature to the in-depth probe into the Indian culture and civilization. The programme hopes to expose the students to the finer elements of Indian culture and values. Besides that, students can also discover Indian Philosophy and ethics that will undoubtedly equip them to fully understand the Indian community thus enabling them to function well within the society.

General Entry Requirements

Pass the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with a credit (Grade C) in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia subject

or

a credit (Grade C) in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia July papers and pass in History (SPM 2013 and above);

and

Achieve a minimum Band in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) as required in special requirements of the programme.

and

Have fulfilled all special requirements of the programme as may be prescribed by the Senate

Special Entry Requirements

STPM

Arts Stream (Current Year)

Pass STPM with a minimum CGPA of 3.00;

and
Obtained of at least Grade B in STPM for any two (2) of the subjects;

and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application

MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION

Science /Accounting/ TESL / Laws Stream (Current Year)

Pass Matriculation / Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 3.00;

and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application

DIPLOMA/EQUIVALENT

REQUIREMENT 1
Possessed a Diploma from University Malaya (UM) approved by the University Senate with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in the field of study:

Management
Human Resource Management
Business Management
Accounting

and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application

OR

REQUIREMENT 2
Possessed a Diploma in any relevant Institutions recognised by Malaysian Government and approved by the University Senate with a minimum CGPA of 3.00;

and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application

OR

REQUIREMENT 3
Pass STPM not within the current year with a minimum CGPA of 3.00;

and
Obtained of at least Grade B in STPM for any two (2) of the subjects;

and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Possessed a GCE A-Level with at least Grade B in any three (3) subjects;

and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application

Course Structure

Programme Fee & Financial Aid

Study Period/Duration

University Compulsory Courses	20 credit
Core and Elective Courses	105 credit

LEVEL OF STUDY	ANNUAL FUNDING AMOUNT
	Maximum (RM)	75% (RM)	50% (RM)
Bachelor’s Degree (Science)	6,650	4,990	3,330
Bachelor’s Degree (Arts)	6,180	4,630	3,090

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