UVa’s Tibet Courses, Fall, Summer and Spring-2012
Spring 2013
RELB 2054 Tibetan Buddhism Introduction
3 Credits, MoWe 11:00AM – 11:50AM, Michael Schuman, Gibson 211
Provides a systematic introduction to Tibetan Buddhism with a strong emphasis on tantric traditions of Buddhism – philosophy, contemplation, ritual, monastic life, pilgrimage, deities & demons, ethics, society, history, and art. The course aims to understand how these various aspects of Tibetan religious life mutually shape each other to form the unique religious traditions that have pertained on the Tibetan plateau for over a thousand years.
RELB 5390 Tibetan Buddhist Tantra Dzokchen
3 Credits, Tu 2:00PM – 4:30PM, David Germano, Bryan Hall 312
Examines the Dzokchen tradition of Tibetan Buddhist Tantra focusing on its philosophical and contemplative systems and its historical and social contexts.
TBTN 1020 Elementary Tibetan II
4 Credits, MoTuWeThFr 9:00AM – 9:50AM, Tsetan Nepali, NAU 287
An introduction to the grammar and syntax of spoken and written Tibetan for beginners with the intention of developing proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Examples are drawn from Tibetan short stories and proverbs, among other sources. Students gain knowledge of Tibetan culture to improve communication skills using a dynamic, interactive format.
TBTN 2020 Intermediate Tibetan II
4 Credits, MoTuWeThFr 10:00AM – 10:50AM, Tsetan Nepali, Gibson 287
Intermediate skill-building in the grammar and syntax of spoken and written Tibetan, along with development of skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing through the integrated use of spoken and literary forms. Students will also enhance their knowledge of Tibetan culture in order to improve their communication skills. Pre-Requisites: TBTN 1010 Elementary Tibetan I.
TBTN 3030 Advanced Modern Tibetan III/IV
3 Credits each, MoWeFr 12:00PM – 12:50PM Wilson NAU 287
TBTN 3010/8012: Continuation of Intermediate Tibetan. Focuses on grammar, syntax and structures to improve comprehension and communication skills and practice essay writing. Reading and writing different Tibetan scripts are further enhanced. Advanced interactive format, including aspects of Tibetan culture and enhancing the language skills and vocabulary of graduate students’ field of research. Pre-Requisites: TBTN 2010 Intermediate Tibetan I.
TBTN 3030/8030: A continuation of the Advanced Tibetan language sequence, focusing on advanced grammar, syntax, and structures. Additional emphasis will be placed on mastering oral communications skills through conversation, utilizing grammatical structures introduced in previous courses. Pre-Requisites: TBTN 3010 Advanced Modern Tibetan I.
RELB 5480 Literary Tibetan VI
3 Credits, MoWe Varies, Steven Weinberger, Gibson 242 and New Cabell Hall 318
RELB 5810 Literary Tibetan VIII
3 Credits, MoWe Varies, Steven Weinberger, Gibson 242 and New Cabell Hall 318
RELB 8230 Advanced Literary and Spoken Tibetan
3 Credits, Th 3:30PM – 6:00PM, David Germano, Gibson 342
Fall 2012
RELB 2054 Tibetan Buddhism Introduction
3 Credits, TuTh 12:30PM – 1:45PM, Kurtis Schaeffer, Nau 101
Provides a systematic introduction to Tibetan Buddhism with a strong emphasis on tantric traditions of Buddhism – philosophy, contemplation, ritual, monastic life, pilgrimage, deities & demons, ethics, society, history, and art. The course aims to understand how these various aspects of Tibetan religious life mutually shape each other to form the unique religious traditions that have pertained on the Tibetan plateau for over a thousand years.
TBTN 1010 Elementary Tibetan I
4 Credits, MoTuWeThFr 9:00AM – 9:50AM, Tsetan Nepali, New Cabell Hall 444A
An introduction to the grammar and syntax of spoken and written Tibetan for beginners with the intention of developing proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Examples are drawn from Tibetan short stories and proverbs, among other sources. Students gain knowledge of Tibetan culture to improve communication skills using a dynamic, interactive format.
TBTN 2010 Intermediate Tibetan I
4 Credits, MoTuWeThFr 10:00AM – 10:50AM, Tsetan Nepali, New Cabell Hall 444A
Intermediate skill-building in the grammar and syntax of spoken and written Tibetan, along with development of skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing through the integrated use of spoken and literary forms. Students will also enhance their knowledge of Tibetan culture in order to improve their communication skills. Pre-Requisites: TBTN 1010 Elementary Tibetan I.
Advanced Modern Tibetan I/III
3 Credits each, MoWeFr 12:00PM – 12:50PM Wilson Hall 141A
TBTN 3010/8012: Continuation of Intermediate Tibetan. Focuses on grammar, syntax and structures to improve comprehension and communication skills and practice essay writing. Reading and writing different Tibetan scripts are further enhanced. Advanced interactive format, including aspects of Tibetan culture and enhancing the language skills and vocabulary of graduate students’ field of research. Pre-Requisites: TBTN 2010 Intermediate Tibetan I.
TBTN 3030/8030: A continuation of the Advanced Tibetan language sequence, focusing on advanced grammar, syntax, and structures. Additional emphasis will be placed on mastering oral communications skills through conversation, utilizing grammatical structures introduced in previous courses. Pre-Requisites: TBTN 3010 Advanced Modern Tibetan I.
RELB 5470 Literary Tibetan V
3 Credits, TuTh 11:00AM – 12:15PM, Steven Weinberger, Wilson Hall 141B
Advanced study in the philosophical and spiritual language of Tibet, past and present. Prerequisite: RELB 500, 501, 535, 536, or equivalent.
RELB 5480 Literary Tibetan VII
3 Credits, TuTh 11:00AM – 12:15PM, Steven Weinberger, Wilson Hall 141B
Advanced study in the philosophical and spiritual language of Tibet, past and present. Prerequisite: RELB 500, 501, 535, 536, or equivalent.
Summer 2012
For complete details see the section on this website for UVa’s Summer Intensive Tibetan Language Program
RELB 500S Intensive Introductory Tibetan I
6 credits, TBA
RELB 501S Intensive Introductory Tibetan II
6 credits, TBA