Bachelor of Arts Indian Studies (Open Channel / SATU)

Universiti Malaya (UM)

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3.5 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Oct

Tuition Fees

RM54,300

Course Highlights

This programme will 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
The historical, socio-political and economic aspects of the Indian community in Malaysia will be showcased
Cover subjects ranging from Tamil grammar and literature to an in-depth probe of the Indian culture and civilisation
Be exposed to the finer elements of Indian culture and values, and discover Indian Philosophy and ethics which will enable you to understand the Indian community and function well within the society

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

STPM:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- Obtained a minimum Grade B- in TWO (2) Subjects
- Stream: Art and Science stream
Matriculation / Foundation:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
- Obtained a minimum Grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
- Stream: Art and Science stream
STAM:
- Malaysian Citizen
- Obtained a minimum grade of Jayyid Jiddan at Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM)
- Obtain a minimum grade of Jayyid in TWO (2) subjects at the STAM level
Diploma / Equivalent :
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
- Obtain a minimum grade of B- in TWO (2) subjects at the Diploma level
UM SATU Foundation:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
- Obtain a minimum grade of B- in TWO (2) subjects at the Diploma level
GCE A-Level:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
- Obtain a minimum grade of B in TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB):
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
- Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in TWO (2) subjects
AUSMAT:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
- Obtain a minimum grade of B in TWO (2) subjects

English Requirements

Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfill the MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
- Obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS;
- Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)

Course Structure

Year 1

Philosophy and Current Issues
Basic entrepreneurship Culture
Package Core Courses:
- Tamilology
  - Introduction to Indian Civilization
  - Modern Tamil Literature
  - Applied Tamil Grammar
  - Introduction to Indian Civilization
  - Modern Tamil Literature
  - Applied Tamil Grammar
- Indology
  - Introduction to Malaysian Indian
  - The Culture of Malaysian Indians
  - Inquiry into Indian Civilization
Programe Elective courses: Choose 1 course- Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 1
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
Malay Language Communication*
English Communication Course / Foreign Language I
Co-Curriculum
Community Building, Social Action and Innovation
Package Core Courses:
- Tamilology
  - Medieval Tamil Literature
  - Malaysian Tamils Social History
  - Classical Tamil Literature
- Indology
  - Indian Civilization
  - An Introduction to Malaysian Indian Family Systems
  - Malaysian Indians Socioeconomic condition
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 2

Note:

*Courses for International Students

Year 2

Digital Humanities
Package Core Courses:
- Tamilology
  - Tamil Linguistic
  - Yoga Tradition and Practices in Tamil Civilization
  - Seminar in Tamil Studies
- Indology
  - Early Cultural Contact Between India And Southeast Asia Studies
  - Tradition of Indian Music and Dance
  - Seminar Series in Indian Studies
Programe Elective courses: Choose 1 course - Refer to the attached list
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 2 Course - Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 3
English Communication Course / Foreign Language II
Package Core Courses:
- Tamilology
  - Research Methodology of Tamil Studies
  - Tamil Language in New Media
  - Ethical Thoughts of Tamil Society
- Indology
  - Research Methodology of Indology Studies
  - Malaysian Tamils Culture
  - Culture and Thought of South Indian Community
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course- Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 4

Year 3

Research Project (P1)
Package Core Courses:
- Tamilology
  - The Thoughts of Cittar in Tamil Tradition
  - Creative Writing in Tamil
- Indology
  - Government and Politics of India
  - Contemporary of India
Programe Elective courses: Choose 1 course- Refer to the attached list
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 2 Course - Refer to the attached list
Research Project (P2)
Package Core Courses:
- Tamilology
  - Writing for Multiple purpose needs in Tamil Language
  - Tamil in Journalism
- Indology
  - Minority Groups Among Malaysian Indian
  - Communicative Tamil II
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course - Refer to the attached list

Year 4

Industrial Training

Overview

Students can choose one (1) of the Core Packages offer

Tamilology Packages

An Introduction to Indian Civilization
Medieval Tamil Literature
Malaysian Tamils Social History
Classical Tamil Literature
Modern Tamil Literature
Applied Tamil Grammar
Tamil Linguistics
Research Methodology of Tamil Studies
Tamil Language in New Media
Yoga Tradition and Practices in Tamil Civilization
Ethical Thoughts of Tamil Society
Seminar in Tamil Studies
The Thoughts of Cittar in Tamil Tradition
Creative Writing in Tamil
Writing for Multiple Purposes in Tamil Language

Indology Package

An Introduction to Malaysian Indian
The Culture of Malaysian Indians
An Introduction to Malaysian Indian Family Systems
Indian Civilization
Inquiry Into Indian Civilization
Malaysian Indians Socioeconomic Condition
Early Cultural Contact Between India And Southeast Asia
Tradition of Indian Music and Dance
Seminar Series in Indian Studies
Research Methodology of Indology Studies
Malaysian Tamils Culture
Culture and Thought of South Indian Community
Government and Politics of India
Contemporary of India
Minority Groups Among Malaysian India

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM300

Tuition fees

RM54,300

Other miscellaneous fees

RM500

Total payable amount

RM55,100