South Asian University

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South Asian University (SAU) is an international university established by the eight member nations of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). It is renowned for its postgraduate and doctoral programs, aiming to foster regional integration through academic excellence. SAU is particularly strong in disciplines such as Economics, International Relations, Law, and Computer Science. The university offers a uniquely international experience, with a student body predominantly comprising individuals from SAARC countries and beyond, creating a vibrant multicultural campus. All programs are taught in English, and the university provides a supportive environment tailored for its diverse international student population, emphasizing a shared regional academic journey.

Background

South Asian University (SAU) is an international university sponsored by the eight Member States of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). The eight countries are Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. The university started admitting students in 2010 at a temporary campus at Akbar Bhawan, India. Since February 2023, the university is running on its permanent campus at Maidan Garhi in South Delhi, India, next to Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU).

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