(BA) (4-year-programme) - The University of Hong Kong

308Buddhist translations; iii) Translation procedures and techniques; iv) Modern translations. Knowledgeof a second language besides English would be useful but not compulsory.Assessment: 100% courseworkBSTC2012.Sanskrit literature I (6 credits)Classical Sanskrit literature is an impressive literary and intellectual achievement of the ancient world,encompassing a broad range of subjects from poetry, narratives, religion, philosophy to science. Anappreciation of classical Sanskrit literature provides students with a richer and more accurateunderstanding of the Indian culture at large. For this purpose, excerpts from some of the best knownSanskrit works will be read in the original language together with their English translations. Topicsinclude poetry and narratives, with selections from the Mahākāvya-s of Kālidāsa and stories fromworks such as the Mahābhārata, the Kathāsaritsāgara, the Hitopadeśa and the Pañcatantra. Studentswho are interested in this course are expected to have completed BSTC2008. Introductory Sanskrit (6credits) or have a basic command of Sanskrit grammar together with the ability to read devanāgarīscript.Pre-requisite: BSTC2008 Introductory SanskritAssessment: 50% coursework, 50% examination