Study at SAI

Our multi and interdisciplinary, practice-oriented degree programs focus on teaching and combining practical linguistic, philological, cultural, social and natural science topics related to the region of South Asia.

Study Programmes

Bachelor of Arts

South Asian Studies

Master of Arts

Development, Environment, Societies, and History in South Asia

The research-oriented program consists of a wide range of courses dealing with historical, social and current political and economic developments and events as well as geography and environment in the countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Master of Arts

Cultural and Religious History of South Asia (Classical Indology)

To enable a student to conceive and phrase research questions in the field of Cultural and Religious History of South Asia and work them out using the scientific methods of the discipline.

Master of Arts

Communication, Literature, and Media in Modern South Asian Languages

A two-year program that focusses on the study of languages, literature, and various media (texts, manuscripts, films, Internet, and audio sources) in Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, and Tamil.

Language Courses

Summer Schools

Learn a new language or improve your pre-existing knowledge in an engaging and fun environment.

Prospective and First Year Students

Read here how to apply, which documents you should have ready and what else to consider. If you have already beed admitted: Welcome to SAI!

For any questions you may contact our registrar Dr. Lars Stöwesand stoewesand@uni-heidelberg.de

Study Abroad

Heidelberg University offers its students excellent worldwide exchange opportunities and the best study conditions for incoming exchange students.

Inclusive Studies

Studying with chronic illnesses, mental health issues, or disabilities? You are employed or have care responsibilities (children or dependents)? We want to help you overcome barriers. Contact SAI's registrar and check the following websites for guidance and support.

Student Information

Would you like to connect with other students and serve on university committees? Then get in touch with SAI's student council.

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