Indology

A.Y. 2020/2021
9
Max ECTS
60
Overall hours
SSD
L-OR/18
Language
Italian
Learning objectives
The course aims at providing students with a general knowledge of the evolution of Indian civilization from antiquity to Middle Ages.
Expected learning outcomes
Essential notions on: geography of South Asia; ancient and medieval Indian history; India-originated religions; foundational literary works of ancient and classical India; Indian social structure in historical perspective.
Ability to: use correct and precise terminology, with a good command of key vocabulary; contextualize the main aspects of ancient and traditional Indian thought; broaden knowledge through valid sources; critically approach sources on the internet and other media.
Single course

This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.

Course syllabus and organization

Single session

Lesson period
Second semester
Modules or teaching units
Unita' didattica A
L-OR/18 - INDOLOGY AND TIBETOLOGY - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours

Unita' didattica B
L-OR/18 - INDOLOGY AND TIBETOLOGY - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours

Unita' didattica C
L-OR/18 - INDOLOGY AND TIBETOLOGY - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours

Professor(s)
Reception:
Sheet to register in the 'Contents' of the MyAriel pages of Indology and History of Indian and Central Asian Art
Professor's office, Festa del Perdono 7