1. Ethnology and national culture: As a characteristic subject of this school, the major of Ethnology and National Culture is devoted to studying the history, culture and social system of all ethnic groups in China. This major has trained a large number of outstanding ethnological researchers and made important contributions to China's ethnic affairs and cultural heritage.
2. Tibetan Studies: Southwest University for Nationalities is one of the earliest universities offering Tibetan studies in China, mainly studying Tibetan culture, history, religion and language. By studying Tibetan culture, students have a profound understanding of the development and changes of Tibetan society and have made positive efforts to protect and inherit Tibetan culture.
3. Yi studies: Yi studies is another major of Southwest University for Nationalities, focusing on the study of Yi culture, history and social system. By studying Yi culture, students can understand the development and changes of Yi society and make active efforts to protect and inherit Yi culture.
4. Minority Art: The art major of Southwest University for Nationalities enjoys a high reputation at home and abroad, especially the minority art major. This major has trained a large number of outstanding artistic talents such as dance, music and drama. They have demonstrated the unique charm of China's ethnic minorities on the stage at home and abroad.