International Sanskrit Examination Resource
2 Year Course 'Sanskrit: Language & Literature'
Weekly online classes starting Thursday 22nd April 2021, 19.00 - 21.00 UK time
Learn Sanskrit from the beginning and deepen your understanding of Vedantic culture.
Discover more about the cultural and philosophical background of the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
Read/recite Bhagavad Gita verses and practise pronunciation.
Follow the Cambridge IGCSE examination syllabus
You will ...
- consolidate the alphabet first, then proceed step by step, guided by an expert
- have an opportunity for assessment of your basic abilities after 1 year
- have study set after each class for ongoing practice
The course ...
- language and literature study plus chanting practice with the teacher
- lessons are 2 hours in length (short break after first hour) for 12 weeks per Term, for 6 Terms
- content tried and tested over 40 years to be manageable for all age groups
- everything that's needed for the IGCSE examination (strongly recommended) overview
- user-friendly textbooks praised by children and adults alike (Stories of Krishna 1 & 2, The Story of Rama 1 & 2)
How to apply: (Sorry - class now full. Any questions to: h.harper@stjamesschools.co.uk)
- Course fee:'Early bird' £300 one-off payment for whole course if paid before February 28th. Otherwise, £330 whole course.
You can order the textbooks from mlbd.in (allow time for postage). Some books are available from hello@fses.org.
- See General Information & Terms & Conditions for more details
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- This course is eligible for CPD points from the 'British Wheel of Yoga' and from the 'Ayurvedic Professionals Association'. Membership of these associations is not necessary to join the class.
- The examination itself is not obligatory but is recommended.
- Knowing the alphabet beforehand is helpful but still means you are a beginner in relation to our courses.
- Provided by 'Sanskrit @ St James' - visit: http://www.sanskritatstjames.org.uk/. A rare opportunity to study an established course with experienced teachers.
Latest update 19.2.21