Modern Indian Studies (M.A.)

Set in the middle of Germany, CEMIS is one of the best European faculty to study the India of today. While it is indeed quite young, it does not stand behind Heidelberg or other older Institutions with a similar focus.

Aside from being a well-funded and young program, the university has made good decisions regarding their teaching positions. And during the last few years, the CEMIS has tried their...Erfahrungsbericht weiterlesen

The courses included in the programme, along with the seminars, talks and workshops at CeMIS have enabled me to explore myriad aspects of India and South Asia in general. I am now able to think about the social, political, cultural and economic dimensions of South Asia in a new light. The professors and lecturers come from varied backgrounds and are specialists in History, Anthropology, Religion, Sociology, Economics, Political Science among...Erfahrungsbericht weiterlesen

The first semester of my MA in Modern Indian studies at CeMIS has been very rewarding. The interdisciplinary curriculum helps one delve into the complexities of Indian society from different disciplinary perspectives. At CeMIS, we engage with a range of courses taught by several renowned anthropologists, political scientists and economists, thus increasing our appreciation for how these disciplines complement one another. The programme allows students to select from a wide...Erfahrungsbericht weiterlesen

This program provides very in-depth and interesting courses. The professors and lecturers come from various backgrounds and are very passionate in their field. The weekly colloquiums showcase very pioneering research from all around the world. I also exchanged through the program at an Indian university and learned a lot at the partnering institution. The occasional field trips to India and summer school conferences are also eye-opening. In terms of language...Erfahrungsbericht weiterlesen