MA Modern Indian Studies at University of Göttingen

Programme overview

Looking for an English-language interdisciplinary M.A. programme that offers research-based, innovative and critical perspectives on contemporary India? Want to analyse and understand the social, economic, political and cultural transformations that characterize India today? Like to become part of a vibrant, stimulating centre in an international academic environment?

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

The M. A. in Modern Indian Studies is designed to offer students a great deal of flexibility in their study plan, allowing them to develop and pursue their own interests within the interdisciplinary study program.

Career pathways

Through the M.A. programme, students develop important skills, knowledge and expertise to work in range of fields. These include prospective careers in Indian or transnational enterprises, development cooperation, associations, administration and government agencies, NGOs, the tourism sector, and media and communications.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: open. Note; for the winter semester 2026/27. There is a special application period from 06 to 13 July 2026 for the start of the 2026/27 winter semester. You can find more information about the application here. Application deadlines: Non-EU applicants in the previous year from October 06th until November 15th; for the winter semester. Non-EU applicants are nationals of non-EU/non-EEA (European Economic Area) countries AND holding a Bachelor’s degree from a non-EU/non-EEA country. Applicants from the EU until from April 06th until May 15th; for the winter semester. EU applicants are nationals of the EU/EEA (European Economic Area) OR all applicants with a bachelor’s degree from an EU/EEA country. Lottery procedure: From October 1st – 5th; for the winter semester As there is a very short period of 2 weeks between admission and the commencement of teaching, applicants must consider visa requirements. Previous studies: B.A.-degree or equivalent degree At least 150 ECTS at the time of application. Eligibility: proof of achievements of at least 50 ECTS in a related field.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/46792.html

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