HIND3108 Advanced Readings in South Asian Cultures
Later Year Course
| Offered By | Faculty of Asian Studies |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Hindi |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2009 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
The content of the course is decided by consultation between each student and the supervising lecturer. Students read widely in all aspects of the culture of the language studied, including literature, linguistics, anthropology, religious studies, politics and mass media. Texts studied should be primarily in one of the relevant languages with supplementary material in English. Students present short reports on their reading every fortnight. |
| Learning Outcomes | On satisfying the requirement for this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary to speak, read and write the language at the level appropriate for the course. |
| Indicative Assessment |
Short fortnightly reports (25%), tutorial performance (20%), final essay (40%) plus annotated bibliography (15%). |
| Workload |
Fortnightly meetings with lecturer. |
| Areas of Interest | Asian Languages |
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Assumed Knowledge and Required Skills |
Completion of Readings in South Asian Cultures HIND2108, or equivalent at a satisfactory level. |
| Requisite Statement |
Permission of the Coordinator. |
| Prescribed Texts |
To be announced. |
| Majors/Specialisations | Asian Language Major (Hindi) |
| Academic Contact | Dr Richard Barz |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2009 website applies to the 2009 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2008 website.
