Sanskrit
Faculty of Asian Studies, The Australian National University
This page contains information about Sanskrit teaching and research in the Faculty of Asian Studies.
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Good News!
Sanskrit at ANU is now available to distance students everywhere.
Classical Sanskrit is the key to the treasure-trove of South Asian cultures, spirituality and wisdom. It is the primary language of classical Indian art, music, dance, literature and religion. It is also of interest to students of historical and comparative linguistics and provides a basis for the study of modern Indian languages. Many of our students are yoga teachers or practioners, adherents of Indian spiritual traditions, and students of South Asian heritage who wish to learn more about their cultural roots.
The first year is devoted to the study of grammar, chanting and singing, introductory Spoken Sanskrit, and the reading of selections from easy prose texts. Works studied in the second and third years represent a diversity of styles and subject matter, and may include extract from the Mahabharata, Ramayana, the Bhagavadgita, Kalidasa and Buddhist texts.
My eductional philosophy is simple: while maintaining the highest standards of academic rigour, I ensure that learning is student-focussed and enjoyable. I make extensive use of role-play, games and other non-traditional learning activities to foster and engaged and engaging learning environment.
See more Sanskrit teaching and research news from the Faculty of Asian Studies. The Sanskrit program coordinator is Dr McComas Taylor
Degree Programs
The South Asia Centre in the Faculty of Asian Studies offers a three-year degree Bachelor of Asian Studies (Sanskrit).
The three year degree in Asian Studies may be combined with degrees in arts, commerce, economics, engineering, law, science and visual arts.
Diploma Programs
External and distance students can take single units in Sanskrit as part of a Diploma of Asian Studies. Australian citizens studying the Diploma of Asian Studies are eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). This means you would pay the discounted rate of approximately $636.88 per course. You can defer paying your fees or pay a partial up-front payment for a discount. Please see http://studyat.anu.edu.au/fees_and_charges.html for more information about fees.
You can apply for the Diploma online through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC) website. There will be more information about how to apply and important dates here.
Sanskrit language courses
The South Asia Centre courses are open to students taking Asian Studies degrees as well as to students enrolled in other Faculties.
Distance students and flexible delivery
First- and second-year Sanskrit are now available to distance students and students who cannot attend 'live' lectures. Students from anywhere in Australia and overseas are welcome to enrol. All materials are available on WebCT, lectures are video-recorded for viewing at the students' convenience, and we offer live online tutorials. Please contact McComas Taylor (02 6125 3179 or mccomas.taylor@anu.edu.au) for further information.
Further information
Mrs Elizabeth Nunrom
Student Services Officer
Phone: +61 2 6125 6678
Email: elizabeth.nunrom@anu.edu.au
Address: Student Office
College of Asia & The Pacific
Building 9, H.C.Coombs Bldg
The Australian National University
ACT 0200 Australia
How to enrol
The best and most cost-effective way to enrol in Online Sanskrit is to enrol in an undergraduate Diploma in Asia-Pacific Studies. To do this, please:
1. Go to http://studyat.anu.edu.au/programs/2501XDAPS%20;overview.html
2. Click on the 'Apply Online' button in the top right-hand corner
3. Click on the 'Register and Start Application' button
4. Complete the online application. If you have problems doing this, please contact the ANU Admissions Office on (02) 6125 5594 or admiss.app@anu.edu.au.
5. Print any verification of your submitted application (if any), and keep for your records. Please record any ID number that is given to you.
We would hope to receive your application before 29th January 2010. Please provide as much information as you can on your application, but don't worry if you can't fill in everything. We will contact you should we require any extra information.
Regarding fees, as an undergraduate student you will be offered a commonwealth supported place. This means that the Government will subsidise your enrolment and you won't be required to pay up-front fees. You can find more information about the cost of your program at http://studyat.anu.edu.au/fees_and_charges.html and any questions about fees can be directed to the ANU Fees Office on (02) 6125 8124 or fees.officer@anu.edu.au
If you have any further administrative questions, please contact the Faculty Administrative Team on (02) 6125 0515 or FAS_Admin_Team@anu.edu.au
Please send a brief, one-page CV to (mccomas.taylor@anu.edu.au)
Find out more
You can log in to our WebCT website as a guest (no password is required). This will give you a very good idea of the materials we use and our pedagodical approach. WebCT Guest Login
| Sanskrit language and some South Asia-related courses |
The Undergraduate Handbook provides a comprehensive list of courses offered by the Faculty of Asian Studies.
Other Asia-related courses
The Centre for Asian Societies and Histories in the Faculty and the Faculty of Arts offer non-language courses in Asian history, religion and society. Courses in Asian politics, economics and law are available in other Faculties.
Graduate programs in Asian Studies
Asian Studies may be undertaken for the Graduate Diploma, Master of Asian Studies, Master of Arts (Asian Studies), the MPhil and PhD.
Graduate programs at the ANU are administered by the Graduate School. Please refer to the Faculty Graduate Programs page for more information about the specialised graduate programs in Asian Studies.
Further information
- Detailed information about Faculty of Asian Studies programs, including admission requirements, prerequisites, career possibilities, program requirements, Majors and Specialisations, and degree structure and courses, is published in the ANU online handbook, which also provides authoritative information concerning the programs and courses available in any particular year.
- You are encouraged to seek specific guidance on these matters from the Sub-Dean of the Faculty. Please email Enquiries.AsianStudies@anu.edu.au or phone 6125 2353 to arrange an appointment.