Sanskrit Beginners

The emphasis of Sanskrit Beginners is to introduce the student to Sanskrit as a linguistic system, by putting it in its appropriate linguistic context and looking carefully at how it is structured both in terms of its sound system and its grammar. The course presupposes no knowledge of an Indian language or of Latin or Greek.

At the end of the term, the student is able to read and understand basic sentences in the present tense (and the active voice), can read Sanskrit script, albeit with some difficulty and with frequent recourse to transliteration. Please note that this course requires 3-4 hours of private work a week in order that progress can be maintained. It is not suitable for those who do not have the time to undertake regular revision between sessions.