University of Calgary : South Asian Studies SAST

South Asian Studies SAST

Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Arts. Please contact the Arts Students’ Centre for specific details.

Junior Course

South Asian Studies 203

Understanding South Asia

The roots of ancient civilization; society, resources and environment; racial, ethnic and cultural diversities; philosophic and religious traditions; arts and aesthetics; historical bases of tradition and modernity; role of education in social development; ideological differences and economic development. Primary focus on India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Also known as: (formerly South Asian Studies 315)

Senior Courses

South Asian Studies 303

Contemporary Indian Society and Culture

This interdisciplinary course will discuss the culture and society of India today. Emphasis will be on casteism, communalism, religion, regionalism, globalization, ethnicity, class and gender in Indian society.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): South Asian Studies 203 or 315.
Also known as: (formerly South Asian Studies 415)

South Asian Studies 499

Topics in South Asian Studies

Investigation of themes and methodologies related to the study of South Asian civilizations. A single theme, multiple themes or the study and application of one or more methods employed in Asian Studies may be offered. Themes/methods will vary among offerings.

499.01. Methods in South Asian Studies

499.02. Contemporary Issues in South Asia

499.03. Topics in the History of South Asia

Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): One of South Asian Studies 203, 303, 315 or 415.

South Asian Studies 531

Supervised Research in South Asian Studies

An interdisciplinary, inquiry-based course in which students will pursue a supervised, independent research project on a topic from social, philosophical, economic, political and/or international issues within South Asia and analysis of the basis for interactions among South Asian countries and across the Pacific will be presented in-depth.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): One of South Asian Studies 203, 303, 315 or 415 and consent of the Program Co-ordinator.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for South Asian Studies 531 and South Asian Societies 500 will not be allowed.

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