Would you like to learn more about the Khmer language and its cultural significance? Then a major in Khmer Studies could be something for you.

Interview with a Khmer Studies student

NOUNG Sok Nimol (21) is majoring in Khmer Literature at the Royal University of Cambodia in Phnom Penh and is in his 4th year. Sok Nimol chose this major because he knew his talent lay in this field and he liked the culture sector and literature. When you study this major you need at least 24 hours per week to study.
His favourite subject is Khmer Literature because it provides an insight into society and problems it has to deal with. After Noung Sok Nimol graduates, he could be a teacher, newspaper writer, writer, or a Master of Ceremony. But there are more options.

The following universities offer this major:

• Cambodian University for Specialities, Phnom Penh
• Chea Sim University of Kamchaymear, Kamchaymear
• Dewey International University, Battambang
• Khmer University of Technology and Management, Sihanoukville
• Mean Chey University, Banteay Meanchey
• Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
• Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
• University of Management and Economics, Battambang
• University of Southeast Asia, Siem Reap

_{Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.}