Undergraduate Course: Indian Civilisation 1 (ASST08010)
Course Outline
School |
School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures |
College |
College of Humanities and Social Science |
Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 08 (Year 1 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
40 |
Home subject area |
Asian Studies |
Other subject area |
None |
Course website |
http://www.arts.ed.ac.uk/sanskrit/ |
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Course description |
An outline of the development of Hindu culture from its origins in the Vedic age down to the end of the 18th century. The political and social history will be studied with the context of religion, literature and art. (This course is provided by Sanskrit.) |
Entry Requirements
Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Familiarity with the broad outline of Indian history and culture from its origins to the eve of colonial rule. |
Assessment Information
4 essays (1000--1500 words); 2 two-hour class exams. Class work 40%; degree exam 60%. |
Please see Visiting Student Prospectus website for Visiting Student Assessment information |
Special Arrangements
Not entered |
Contacts
Course organiser |
Dr Peter Bisschop
Tel: (0131 6)50 4174
Email: Peter.Bisschop@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mr David Horn
Tel: (0131 6)50 4026
Email: david.horn@ed.ac.uk |
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