Minor/Concentration in South Asian Studies
Introduction
The minor and concentration in South Asian Studies are offered collaboratively by the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Social Sciences. The concentration requires students to complete three full-course equivalents in the field and is intended to recognize those students who choose to emphasize this important world area within their major degree program. The minor requires students to complete five full-course equivalents in the field, including an independent research project, and is intended for students who may be considering graduate studies with a specialization in the field or careers where more extensive knowledge of South Asia would be advantageous. Students should contact the Program Director as early as possible for advice on the program. The Program Director will be housed in alternate years between the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Social Sciences. |
Eligibility
Students completing a Major program in the Faculty of Humanities or the Faculty of Social Sciences are eligible for this program. Students completing a Major program in another Faculty may be eligible but should consult with their Faculty before adding the Minor or Concentration in South Asian Studies to their program. Note that courses taken to satisfy the requirements for the Minor or concentration in South Asian Studies may not also be used to satisfy the requirements for any other program. |
Requirements
Minor in South Asian Studies | Five full-course equivalents: 1. South Asian Societies 500 2. Four full-course equivalents from the following: Art History 323 Religious Studies 203, 211, 213, 303, 313, 323, 391, 451, 491 A term abroad program or international study through approved individual study or a field school program. Requires approval of the Associate Dean. Other courses where the student can provide evidence of substantial South Asian content, subject to the approval of the Associate Dean following a recommendation by the Program Director. Courses that potentially meet this criterion include: Archaeology 325, History 205, 301, 307, 488, Political Science 325, 359. |
Concentration in South Asian Studies | Three full-course equivalents from Section 2 of the Minor in South Asian Studies above. |