M.A Sanskrit

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Any undergraduate degree with basic knowledge of Sanskrit. There will also be an entrance examination and interview to determine the final selection of candidates for the programme. Applicants who have studied Sanskrit as a subject in their undergraduate programme are exempted from the examination and will attend only the interview.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The purpose of Core courses is:

to teach communication skills in Sanskrit
introduce Sanskrit literature through the works of great poets
equip learners to understand the language of classical texts in Sanskrit
to give learners exposure to diverse elements of Sanskrit literature, specifically poetry and drama
to emphasize the philosophy of Indian life as seen through the Upaniṣads
to encourage the students to look at the laukika śāstra-s, such as Arthashastra, from different perspectives

Elective courses are designed to allow interdisciplinary exploration so that learners can pursue their own interests and goals by creating a learning programme of their choice. They are available in three streams:

Stream I – Vyākaraṇam Bhāṣāśāstram ca - Vyakarana and Linguistics
Stream II – Kāvyam Sāhityam ca - Literature and Aesthetics
Stream III - Darshanani - Philosophy Psychology & Yoga

EXIT CRITERIA

To be eligible for the award of the MA degree, students must satisfy the criteria listed below.

Students must get a P grade or above (grade point 4 or above) in all foundation courses, core courses, and in at list six elective courses.
At the end of four semesters, students must have successfully earned at least 74 credits.
At the end of six semesters, students must have a CGPA of 5.5 or above.
In addition, students must have met the completion requirements for all the two self-immersion courses.

Higher Studies & Career Avenues

This degree aims to foster critical thinking in our students, and encourage them to develop an inclination for quality research in Indic studies. Upon graduating they are eligible to become researchers and teachers of Sanskrit and all allied subjects, independently or in educational institutions.

Faculty Profiles

Name & Designation	Qualification	Teaching area
Dr. L. Sampath Kumar Head School of Linguistics & Literary Studies	M.A., M. Phil., PhD	Vedic and Classical Literature
Dr. M. Sudarshan Chiplunkar Assistant Professor and Program Director - MA Sanskrit	MA, MPhil, PhD	Sanskrit Literature, Sahityashastra, Sanskrit & Communicative language
Dr. Anil Narayanan Assistant Professor and Programme Director – BA Sanskrit	M.A., M. Phil., PhD	Literature, Alankara and Indian Mathematics
Dr. Pavankumar Satuluri Assistant Professor	M.A., M.Ed., PhD	Grammar, Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing

Why M.A Sanskrit at CVV?

Highlights of the Programme

The M.A. Sanskrit programme is an innovative offering that aims to enhance traditional postgraduate courses in Sanskrit and Sanskrit Studies. It combines traditional śāstric topics with contemporary subjects to meet the needs of students today.
Students enrolled in the programme will benefit from the expertise of young and enthusiastic scholars at CVV, who bring a fresh perspective and energy to the learning environment.
The programme equips students with the ability to teach and explain śāstric topics in both Sanskrit and English, enhancing their career prospects and enabling effective communication with a wider audience.
A unique feature of the programme is the opportunity for internships in both India and abroad, providing students with valuable practical experience and exposure to diverse cultural and academic settings.
The M.A. Sanskrit programme at CVV priortises research-oriented teaching and learning, encouraging students to explore their interests, engage with original sources, and develop critical thinking skills.
Students also have the chance to undertake research projects, contributing to the field of Sanskrit studies and gaining valuable research experience.
The M.A. Sanskrit programme provides the opportunity to explore and develop their personal passions in an informal manner along with academic studies.

International Collaborations

1. Global Exposure and Internships

CVV’s global internship programme provides an exceptional chance for students and young professionals to acquire practical work experience in a diverse cultural and business environment. Through hands-on work assignments, mentorship, and networking opportunities, interns will gain a deep understanding of the local culture, while developing skills that are highly valued in today's global economy. CVV's global internship provides a chance to:

Experience a different work culture
Build a global network
Improve language skills
Develop cross-cultural skills
Reflection and evaluation

Prof. Annette Leonhardt

University of Munich, Germany

Prof. Roger Natarajan

Actuarial Program Director
University of Michigan, USA

Prof. Craig Hassed

Monash University, Australia

Prof. Uma S.Kambhampati

Head of School, School of Politics Economics and International Relations
Professor of Economics, Department of Economics, University of Reading, UK

Prof. Bernadine Van Gramberg

Professor and Academic Board Chair Federation University Australia

Prof. Timothy Marjoribanks

Associate Dean Research
School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship at Swinburne University of Technology, Australia

Programme Structure

Semester I

Semester I
Course Name	Course Category	Credits
Literature and Aesthetics – Padya and Campu	Core	4
Philosophy of life: Perspectives from the Upanisads	Core	3
Sanskrit Grammar – Karaka and Samasa	Core	4
Vagvyavaharadarsa – A Guide for Sanskrit Transaction	Core	4
Poetics - A study on Literary Concepts	Core	4
Total Semester Credits		19

Semester II

Semester II
Course Name	Course Category	Credits
A Critical Study of Dhvanyaloka	Core	4
Sanskrit Rupakam – An Applied Perspective	Core	4
Indic Philosophy - Foundational Principles	Core	4
Internship	Core	3
Elective 1	Elective	3
Elective 2	Elective	3
Total Semester Credits		21

Semester III

Semester III
Course Name	Course Category	Credits
Sanskrit Literature - A Critical History	Core	4
Research Methodology	Core	4
Sankhyakarika Yogasutranca	Core	4
Elective 3	Elective	3
Elective 4	Elective	3
Elective 5	Elective	3
Total Semester Credits		21

Semester IV

Semester IV
Course Name	Course Category	Credits
Vedic Language and Literature	Core	4
Artha and Kama - Readings from Kautilya and Vatsyayana	Core	4
Dissertation	Core	6
Elective 6	Elective	3
Total Credits		17