Admission requirements
Tibetan 1 and 2 (or comparable knowledge of classical Tibetan).
Description
This course introduces students to different forms and styles of Tibetan literature. The selected texts are introduced at the first meeting and vary from year to year. We meet twice a week to read original Tibetan texts and discuss issues of grammar, syntax, translation and interpretation. The course requires active preparation and participation.
Course objectives
Enhance the students’ understanding of Tibetan literature
Improve reading and translation skills
Increase the students’ range of Tibetan vocabulary
Expand the students’ knowledge of Tibetan Buddhist culture
Timetable
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Mode of instruction
Seminar (2 × 2 hours).
Assessment method
Participation to text translation in class (100%).
Exam review
How and when an exam review will take place will be disclosed together with the publication of the exam results at the latest. If a student requests a review within 30 days after publication of the exam results, an exam review will have to be organized.
Reading list
To be announced at the first meeting.
Registration
Registration via uSis is obligatory.
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Contact
For substantive questions, contact the lecturer listed in the right information bar. * For questions about enrolment, admission, etc, contact the Education Administration Office: Vrieshof