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 University of Calgary Calendar 2019-2020 COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Course Descriptions S South Asian Studies SAST
South Asian Studies SAST
SAST 203 303 499 531
 

For more information see the Department of Classics and Religion website: arts.ucalgary.ca/classics-religion/classics-religion.
 
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; (3-0)
Also known as: (formerly South Asian Studies 315)
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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; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): South Asian Studies 203 or 315.
Also known as: (formerly South Asian Studies 415)
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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; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): One of South Asian Studies 203, 303, 315 or 415.
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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; (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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