SAN4111 – Advanced Reading in Ancient Indian Languages I
Course description
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
Course content
This is an advanced language course in one of the ancient Indian languages (Sanskrit, Vedic Sanskrit, Pali, Prakrit).
The texts to be read will be chosen according to the students' proficiency and interests.
The course includes developing further skills in critically reading and analyzing secondary literature relevant to the topic.
Learning outcome
The students will develop the ability to critically read and analyse texts in ancient Indian languages on an advanced level.
Further, they will develop their ability to communicate these analytical skills to both peers and non-experts.
Admission
Admission to Master’s programme in Asian and African Studies
Prerequisites
Recommended previous knowledge
Bachelor’s degree with 80 credit group in Sanskrit
Teaching
The teaching consists of 10 two-hour seminars.
Students will submit 1 minor assignment (4 pages) during the course, written in English. The paper must be approved by the course teacher before the student is allowed to take the final exam.
Examination
The qualifying assignment must be approved by the teacher before the student is allowed to take the final exam.
An approved assignment is only valid for the semester the course is taken.
At the end of the semester there will be a 4 hour written exam.
Use of sources and citation
You should familiarize yourself with the rules that apply to the use of sources and citations. If you violate the rules, you may be suspected of cheating/attempted cheating.
Examination support material
Use of Monier Williams Sanskrit - English Dictionary is allowed.
Language of examination
The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in English.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Withdrawal from an examination
It is possible to take the exam up to 3 times. If you withdraw from the exam after the deadline or during the exam, this will be counted as an examination attempt.
Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.
Evaluation
The course is subject to continuous evaluation. At regular intervals we also ask students to participate in a more comprehensive evaluation.