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department of indian

studies

About The department

The Department of Indian Studies (DIS) at Universiti Malaya,
established in 1956 under the Faculty of Arts and Social
Sciences, has been dedicated to teaching, research,
publications, and community consultancy services. Evolving
in line with National Education Transformation, the DIS
incorporates 21st Century teaching methods, fostering
immersive learning experiences through futuristic learning
spaces. DIS courses are designed to prepare undergraduates
for diverse careers in the public and private sectors, including
various government ministries and agencies such as
Information, Communications and Multimedia, Home Affairs,
Foreign Affairs, Culture and Community, Youth and Sports,
Education, Agriculture, among others. The Bachelor of
Literature in Indian Studies program offered by DIS focuses
on Tamilology and Indology, covering literature from the past
to the present, media, and contemporary needs (Tamilology
taught in Tamil). Additionally, it provides insights into Indian
religion, socio-cultural aspects, the Indian community's socio-
economic landscape, and the political, economic, and
administrative development of Indians (Indology taught in
Bahasa Malaysia & English). DIS facilitates interdisciplinary
studies for students to explore diverse fields.

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