Sanskrit
Not all courses are available to SSP students. For example, some courses are offered only for graduate credit. Note especially any listed prerequisites.
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SANS S-101
Beginning Sanskrit (32177)
(Print version)
Michael E. J. Witzel
(8 credits: UN, GR, NC) M-Th 3:30-6 pm, 1 Bow Street, Room 330. Eight-week session. Tuition $4,400. Limited enrollment.
This course, equivalent to two semesters of coursework, enables students to acquire the basic reading skills in Sanskrit. Stress is placed on learning the Devanagari script, basic grammar, and essential vocabulary. Emphasis is also given to correct translation of passages ranging from simple narrative literature to the epics. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Latin, Greek, or Hindi is useful but not required.