Classical Tibetan I-IV

Learn to read and write Tibetan, and comprehend traditional Dharma text.

Classical Tibetan I

This is an introductory course on learning how to read literary Tibetan and does not require prior knowledge of
the language. In this course students will learn to read and write basic Tibetan, while acquiring a practical
understanding of grammar and the ability to translate sentences and short Buddhist passages mainly from Tibetan
to English, but also from English to Tibetan.

Classical Tibetan II

This course is designed for students with basic knowledge of literary Tibetan and grammar. It will cover advanced
features of Tibetan grammar and syntax, complex sentences, and specialised Buddhist vocabulary. Students will be
introduced to reading and translating selected passages from different genres of Tibetan literature. Tibetan I or an
equivalent qualification is required for enrolling in this course.

Prerequisite: Completion of Classical Tibetan I or a comparable level of knowledge in Classical Tibetan.

Tibetan language III

The purpose of this course is to provide comprehensive knowledge of classical Tibetan Buddhist texts translated
from Sanskrit. These include both canonical and later commentarial texts written by Indian scholars. In this course
students will be guided in reading, comprehension and translation of classical Tibetan texts from different genres.
At the same time idiomatic and typical expressions and terminologies will be explained. This course will not deal
with topics such as basic grammar, phonetics and transliteration.

Classical Tibetan I-IV