RT1106: Introduction to Sanskrit
School | Religion |
Department Code | SHARE |
Module Code | RT1106 |
External Subject Code | 101115 |
Number of Credits | 20 |
Level | L4 |
Language of Delivery | English |
Module Leader | Dr William Johnson |
Semester | Autumn Semester |
Academic Year | 2012/3 |
Outline Description of Module
The course is designed primarily for students interested in Indian religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism), who wish to deepen their knowledge by studying a range of sacred texts in the original language. (Pali, the language of the Buddhist canon of S.E. Asia, is offered in Part Two for those who have previously studied Sanskrit.) It may also be of interest to those wishing to sample a classical Indo-European language. Students are also expected to take Further Elementary Sanskrit (RT1107) in the Spring Semester, and will be encouraged to follow this up, as appropriate, with the Sanskrit Texts modules in Year Two. No previous language learning experience is expected or required. The class is likely to be small and all students will receive individual attention.
METHODS OF TEACHING: Tutorials, seminars and student exercises.
METHODS OF ASSESSMENT: Class based exercises.
Assessment Breakdown
Type | % | Title | Duration(hrs) |
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Written Assessment | 100 | Coursework | N/A |
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