Programme Overview
NUS's South Asian Studies programme explores the cultures, histories, religions, languages, and societies of South Asia — including India, Sri Lanka, and the South Asian diaspora in Southeast Asia. Students gain regional expertise valued in diplomacy, business, and cultural organisations connecting Singapore with South Asia.
Admission Requirements
IB Diploma
- •No specific subject prerequisites. Admitted via the Humanities and Sciences programme.
Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level
- •No specific subject prerequisites. Admitted via the Humanities and Sciences programme.
This refers to Singapore A-Level qualifications, not international A-Level programmes.
Requirements are for reference only. NUS Official Prerequisites (IB / Singapore A-Level)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does BA (Hons) in South Asian Studies at NUS cover?
NUS's South Asian Studies programme explores the cultures, histories, religions, languages, and societies of South Asia — including India, Sri Lanka, and the South Asian diaspora in Southeast Asia. Students gain regional expertise valued in diplomacy, business, and cultural organisations connecting Singapore with South Asia.
What are the entry requirements for BA (Hons) in South Asian Studies?
IB: No specific subject prerequisites. Admitted via the Humanities and Sciences programme.; Singapore A-Level: No specific subject prerequisites. Admitted via the Humanities and Sciences programme..
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