Hamilton Lugar School of Global & International Studies - Indiana University
Bachelor of Arts in India Studies

Bloomington, USA

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English

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On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Bachelor of Arts in India Studies provides students with a comprehensive understanding of India's history, culture, and society. This program encompasses various disciplines, including history, politics, and literature, encouraging critical thinking and cross-cultural perspectives. Students engage with diverse texts and contexts, fostering a deep appreciation for India's rich heritage.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in education, international relations, cultural organizations, and media. They may also find opportunities in research, public policy, and tourism, where an understanding of India’s complex socio-cultural landscape is essential.

Investigate the languages and cultures of India

Students who pursue the India Studies Bachelor of Arts degree will gain advanced understanding of the culture, literature, arts, philosophy, socio-political and historical dimensions of this dynamic region, in addition to language expertise.

You will learn from experts in a wide range of geographical areas, including Bengal, northern India, Tamil Nadu, the Tibetan plateau, and Maharashtra. Your studies will span a wide range of disciplines, including South Asian religion and history to contemporary Indian politics, law, literature, business, and culture.

You will graduate with a degree that will give you a competitive edge in your future academic or professional career.

Language Studies

South Asia is home to thousands of different languages, including some of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Faculty members of the Dhar India Studies Program regularly provide in-depth instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, and Sanskrit.