Bengali 101A: Intermediate Bengali
Course #: 30940
Units: 5
Students are expected to be able to read, with the aid of a dictionary, modern Bengali literature, and speak at a “high-intermediate” level by the end of the year. There will be viewing of Bengali videos at a mutually agreed upon time and in class…
Burmese 100A: Intermediate Burmese
Kenneth Wong teaches intermediate Burmese using excerpts from short stories by Ma Sandar, essays by Ludu Daw Amar, contemporary poems, pop song lyrics, and YouTube clips. Students learn to read, write, and talk about familiar topics, ranging from memorable trips and meals to daily routines…
Filipino 100A Section 1: Intermediate Filipino
Course #: 21410
Units: 5
Instructors: Karen Llagas
This is an intermediate class with emphasis on the four basic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course uses the functional-situational approach in learning a language.The students will learn four necessary skills in the effective use of Filipino: paglalahad (defining and explaining); paglalarawan (describing…
Filipino 101A: Advanced Filipino
Course #: 23694
Units: 3
Instructors: Joi Barrios-LeBlanc
Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites. Two years of Filipino/Tagalog or consent of instructor. The class focuses on developing the following: reading skills for texts containing abstract vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and complex sentences; listening skills for authentic texts; and writing skills in exposition and…
Hindi 1A: Introductory Hindi
Course #: 24133
Units: 5
Instructors: Nora Melnikova
In Introductory Hindi, you will learn to understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). You will learn to communicate simply and discuss routine tasks requiring simple and direct…
Hindi 100A Section 2: Intermediate Hindi
Course #: 26485
Units: 4
Instructors: Nora Melnikova
In Hindi 100A, you will learn to understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. You will learn to deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where Hindi is spoken….
Hindi 101A: Readings in Modern Hindi
Course #: 30945
Units: 4
Instructors: Nora Melnikova
This course is designed for students who have already acquired upper-intermediate or higher level of Hindi. Its objective is to move students toward a greater level of proficiency in all language skills and introduce them to a variety of contemporary literary genres. Weekly readings, class…
Indonesian 1A: Introductory Indonesian
Course #: 24129
Units: 5
Instructors: Ninik Lunde
Survey of grammar, graded exercises, and readings drawn from Indonesian texts, leading to a mastery of basic language patterns, essential vocabulary, and to achievement of basic reading, writing, and conversational competence. Emphasis on developing communicative skills.
Indonesian 100A Section 1: Intermediate Indonesian
Course #: 24130
Units: 5
Instructors: Ninik Lunde
Readings in Indonesian texts, including newspapers, journals, and literature exploring a variety of styles. Systematic study of grammatical and lexical problems arising from these readings. Advanced exercises in composition, oral and written communicative skills, and cultural competence.
Indonesian 210A: Seminar in Malay Letters and Oral Traditions
Course #: 25442
Units: 4
Instructors: Sylvia Tiwon
This seminar focuses on reading Indonesian texts from a variety of perspectives. We will develop a set of methods and tools to help us read, analyze and interpret a variety of texts in Indonesian and/or Malay. We will approach the text as a link between…
Khmer 1A: Introductory Khmer
Course #: 21652
Units: 5
Instructors: Frank Smith
This class is for students with no previous speaking ability in Khmer, and is the first part of a two-semester sequence, along with Khmer 1B. Students will learn “survival” speaking, reading, and writing skills in Khmer, and also become familiar with and learn how to…
Khmer 100A: Intermediate Khmer
Course #: 21644
Units: 5
Instructors: Frank Smith
This class is for students who can already speak and understand “survival” or “home Khmer.” No previous knowledge of written Khmer is required for the course. Students will learn the basics of reading and writing as well as formal speaking. Topics covered include folk tales,…
Punjabi 1A: Introductory Punjabi
Course #: 22771
Units: 5
In this introductory year, students will be introduced to Gurmukhi script, and a survey of Punjabi grammar. Graded exercises are designed to lead to a mastery of basic language patterns, essential vocabulary, and the achievement of basic reading and writing skills.
Sanskrit 100A: Elementary Sanskrit
Course #: 22772
Units: 5
Sanskrit 100A, followed by 100B, introduces students to Sanskrit grammar, with the goal of developing the skills necessary to speak and read basic, simple Sanskrit texts. Sanskrit 100A covers lessons 1–12 of the Devavāṇīpraveśikā [Robert P. Goldman and Sally J. Sutherland Goldman, 2019], including, the…
South Asian R5A Section 1: Great Books of India
Course #: 22802
Units: 4
Instructors: Staff
Reading and composition based on 10 classic works of Indian literature ranging from the ancient Sanskrit epics to modern novels by Indian and western authors. Weekly composition on texts and topics read and discussed in class. Satisfies the first half of the Reading and Composition…
South Asian 140: Hindu Mythology
Course #: 23093
Units: 4
In this course we will study literary and religious aspects of Hindu myths. Through the reading of primary sources in translation, the course covers the main divinities and many mythological themes of early Vedic as well as later Puranic literature. We will follow the development…
South and Southeast Asian C52: Introduction to the Study of Buddhism
Course #: 23112
Units: 4
Instructors: Jacob Dalton
This introduction to the study of Buddhism will consider materials drawn from various Buddhist traditions of Asia, from ancient times down to the present day. However, the course is not intended to be a comprehensive or systematic survey; rather than aiming at breadth, the course…
Tamil 1A: Introductory Tamil
Course #: 22932
Units: 5
Instructors: Bharathy Sankara Rajulu
This course focuses on progressive acquisition of language skills to communicate effectively in Tamil. It facilitates development of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing competence along with basic grammar. By the end of the course, students will be able to Communicate at a basic level of…
Tamil 101A: Readings in Tamil
Course #: 25829
Units: 4
Instructors: Bharathy Sankara Rajulu
This course introduces students to a variety of literary styles. 101 A will consist of weekly readings and discussions of short stories, poems and dramatic sketches from representative authors. Short written assignments on themes suggested by the readings are required. Special attention is paid to…
Telugu 1A: Elementary Telugu
Course #: 23017
Units: 4
Instructors: Bharathy Sankara Rajulu
This elementary level course focuses on progressive acquisition of language skills to communicate effectively in Telugu. It facilitates development of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing competence along with basic grammar.
Thai 100A: Intermediate Thai
Course #: 26688
Units: 5
This course continues to integrate cultural awareness into language education. The emphasis shifts from the concrete to the abstract. Students will begin to read and write compound sentences, formal essays, and letters. Students will have the opportunity to practice conversation with native speakers. Students will…
Bengali 1A: Introductory Bengali
Course #: BANGLA 1A
Units: 5
This is a beginner’s course for learning Bengali language. The students learn the fundamentals of the language, including the alphabet and basic grammar. They acquire familiarity with common sentence structures, the ability to read and understand simple texts, and the ability to express their feelings.
Filipino W1X: Introductory Filipino for Heritage Learners online
Course #: 24145
Units: 5
Do you know the words nanay (mother), tatay (father), sinigang (sour soup), masarap (delicious), and kawawa (poor you)? Would you like to better communicate with your grandparents who speak Filipino and only have a limited knowledge of English? You may be a heritage learner, or…
Great Books of India (R5A)
Course #: SASIAN R5A
Units: 4
Instructors: Staff
Reading and composition based on classic works of Indian literature ranging from the ancient Sanskrit epics to modern novels by Indian and western authors. Weekly composition on texts and topics read and discussed in class. Satisfies the first half of the Reading and Composition requirement.
Hindi Literature
Course #: HIN-URD 221
Units:
The course will focus on Hindi literature from the pre-modern and the modern periods. Topics will vary from year to year.
Introduction to the Civilization of Early India
Course #: SASIAN 1A [CNN #23509]
Units: 4
This course offers a broad historical and cultural survey of the civilizations of the Indian subcontinent from the earliest period known to archaeology to the advent of Islam as a major cultural and political force around the 13th century CE. Attention will be paid to…
Introduction to the Civilizations of Southeast Asia: Power, Performance and Identity
Course #: SEASIAN 10A [CCN #23641]
Units: 4
This Gateway course introduces the culture and history of mainland Southeast Asia (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam) with an emphasis on Southeast Asian voices. Our themes for 2020 are identity, power, and performance. From royal courts and temples to modern screen and stage; theatre…
RELIGION IN MODERN INDIA
Course #: SASIAN 128
Units:
This course considers the co-option, reinterpretation and dissemination of sacred texts and religious practices in various political and cultural projects in India during the colonial and post-colonial periods. Students are introduced to religious “reform” movements and cross-cultural debates during the colonial period. We also examine…
Sanskrit 200A: Sanskrit Literature
Course #: 23151
Units: 4
Advanced readings in Sanskrit literature, including Sanskrit ornate poetry with emphasis on the canons of poetic analysis of the Indian aesthetic tradition.
South Asian C215: Readings in Indian Buddhist Texts
Course #: SASIAN C215 [CNN #25264]
Units: 4
This graduate seminar focuses on reading a wide spectrum of Indian Buddhist texts in the Sanskrit (or Pali) original introducing the students to different genres, and different aspects of Indian Buddhism. The students taking the course for two units (rather than four) will be expected…
Southeast Asia by Mail
Course #: SSEASN 24
Units:
This course explores Southeast Asia through letters – actual and fictional, poetic and political, prosaic and musical. We will consider the form and function of letters, and their use as historical sources, private expression, and literary genre. In the age of tweets and “hey professor!”,…
Thai 101A: Advanced Thai
Course #: 25699
Units: 3
Instructors: Thiti Jamkajornkeiat
Course Focus: Contemporary Thai Politics THIS COURSE IS BEING TAUGHT REMOTELY IN FALL 2021 Instructor: Thiti Jamkajornkeiat, GSI Thai 101A Fall 2021 is designed to prepare students for research in or on Thailand by developing advanced reading comprehension and competency in oral and written expression…
Thai 1A: Introductory Thai
Units: 5
(click through for enrollment links) While Berkeley is not offering introductory Thai in Fall 2021, UCLA is offering Introductory Thai remotely. Cal students can take the course via UC Simultaneous Enrollment (application). The fees are included in your Cal tuition and there is no additional cost. The…
Vietnamese 1A Section 1: Introductory Vietnamese
Course #: 22397
Units: 5
Instructors: Hanh Tran
An introduction to modern spoken and written Vietnamese, including intensive drill on basic phonology and grammar. The first semester emphasizes phonetic concepts, syllable formations and tonal distinctions along with simple sentence structures in everyday topics. By the end of the second semester, students should be…
Vietnamese 100A: Intermediate Vietnamese
Course #: 23067
Units: 5
Instructors: Hanh Tran
A second-year course in Vietnamese vocabulary and syntax with intensive drills on short colloquial expressions and auditory recognition of speech patterns. First semester course stresses phraseology, sentence building, rules of composition and development of students’ communicative skills. By the end of the second semester students…