HIND6008 Readings in South Asian Cultures
| Offered By | Faculty of Asian Studies |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Hindi |
| Offered in | First 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%). Graduate students attend joint classes with undergraduates but may expect more rigorous assessment and additional assignment work, tailored to the graduate students’ interests. |
| Course Classification(s) | SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation. |
| Areas of Interest | Asian Languages |
| Requisite Statement |
Permission of coordinator |
| Prescribed Texts |
Reading list has been prepared for inclusion in the course outline. |
| Programs | Master of Asia-Pacific Studies |
| 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.
