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Academic Programs

Sikhi University offers a full academic ladder — from introductory certificates through the prestigious Giani qualification. All programs are free and open to every learner worldwide.

Sikhi University is not an accredited university and these courses are for self-development only.

Certificates

C.S.F.

Certificate in Sikh Foundations

ਸਿੱਖੀ ਦੀ ਨੀਂਹ — ਸਰਟੀਫਿਕੇਟ

An essential introduction to Sikhi covering theology, history, spirituality, ethics, philosophy, and Gurmukhi script. Designed for learners …

47 courses3–6 months80% to pass cumulative exam
C.G.L.

Certificate in Gurbani Literacy

ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਸਾਖਰਤਾ — ਸਰਟੀਫਿਕੇਟ

Master Gurmukhi script, the grammar of Gurbani, and the ability to read Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Includes conversational Punjabi, Nitnem, a…

11 courses3–6 months80% to pass cumulative exam
C.S.H.

Certificate in Sikh History

ਸਿੱਖ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ — ਸਰਟੀਫਿਕੇਟ

A comprehensive survey of Sikh history from the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji through the formation of the Khalsa and into the modern era. Cover…

70 courses4–8 months80% to pass cumulative exam

Associate Degree

A.A.S.S.

Associate of Arts in Sikh Studies

ਸਿੱਖ ਅਧਿਐਨ — ਸਹਾਇਕ ਕਲਾ ਡਿਗਰੀ

A broad two-year equivalent covering all 100-level courses across theology, history, ethics, spirituality, language, philosophy, and more. T…

76 courses1–2 years80% to pass cumulative exam

Bachelor's Degrees

B.A.S.S.

Bachelor of Arts in Sikh Studies

ਸਿੱਖ ਅਧਿਐਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਲਾ ਦੀ ਡਿਗਰੀ

A comprehensive four-year equivalent spanning history, theology, ethics, spirituality, philosophy, rehat, sociology, language, and Sikh apol…

443 courses3–4 years80% to pass cumulative exam
B.A.G.P.

Bachelor of Arts in Gurmat Philosophy

ਗੁਰਮਤਿ ਦਰਸ਼ਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਲਾ ਦੀ ਡਿਗਰੀ

A deep specialization in Sikh theology, philosophy, ethics, spirituality, and rehat. Covers Gurmat metaphysics, the nature of the Divine, co…

211 courses3–4 years80% to pass cumulative exam
B.A.S.H.

Bachelor of Arts in Sikh History

ਸਿੱਖ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਲਾ ਦੀ ਡਿਗਰੀ

An intensive study of Sikh history, sociology, political thought, and arts — from the Guru period through the Khalsa Raj, colonial era, Part…

136 courses3–4 years80% to pass cumulative exam
B.A.G.S.

Bachelor of Arts in Gurbani Studies

ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਅਧਿਐਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਲਾ ਦੀ ਡਿਗਰੀ

A comprehensive study of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and the broader corpus of Sikh scripture. Covers Gurmukhi linguistics, Gurbani exegesis, S…

182 courses3–4 years80% to pass cumulative exam

Master's Degrees

M.A.S.S.

Master of Arts in Sikh Studies

ਸਿੱਖ ਅਧਿਐਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਮਾਸਟਰ ਕਲਾ ਡਿਗਰੀ

Graduate-level mastery of Sikh studies across all major disciplines. Requires completion of a Bachelor's degree program. Emphasizes advanced…

558 courses2–3 years (after bachelor's)80% to pass cumulative exam
M.Div.

Master of Divinity in Gurmat

ਗੁਰਮਤਿ ਵਿੱਚ ਮਾਸਟਰ ਆਫ਼ ਡਿਵਾਇਨਿਟੀ

The professional degree for scholars, pracharaks, and educators. Combines deep Gurbani study, theology, apologetics, ethics, and rehat — pre…

264 courses2–3 years (after bachelor's)80% to pass cumulative exam

Giani — Highest Distinction

G.

Giani — ਗਿਆਨੀ

ਗਿਆਨੀ

The highest distinction at Sikhi University. Complete all 534 courses across every discipline, then pass a comprehensive 120-question examin…

558 courses5–10 years80% to pass cumulative exam

How programs work

  1. Complete all courses in the program — each has lectures, reading, and a quiz.
  2. Once every course is passed (70% quiz score), unlock the Cumulative Examination.
  3. Pass the cumulative exam with 80% or higher to earn the credential.
  4. Download your certificate and share your academic credential.

Programs are stackable — courses completed in a certificate count toward higher degrees. Your progress is always saved.