Ayurveda Short Courses
Intro to Sanskrit
Learn Sanskrit, the language of Ayurveda. Sanskrit is a sacred language that originated thousands of years ago in India.
Sanskrit is the language of important Indian texts such as the Vedas, the Samhitas (which are the oldest textbooks on Ayurveda), the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, and the Upanishads. Sanskrit is also the language used in mantra chanting, a practice which may improve cognitive functioning according to research.
This course begins with the basics of how to read and write the Sanskrit alphabet Devanagari. Students learn to write their names, simple words, and sentences in Sanskrit. Students also learn how to count in Sanskrit, basic conversational phrases, as well as some grammar rules. By the end of this course, students will have the basic foundation needed to pursue further study in Sanskrit.
Course Overview
Introduction to Sanskrit helps Ayurveda students grasp the true essence of Ayurveda and the classical textbooks through which Ayurveda has been preserved and transmitted.
At the end this course students will:
- Read the Sanskrit Alphabet.
- Read basic Sanskrit words and sentences.
- Understand Ayurvedic vocabulary.
Course Schedule
This course is delivered 100% online with set attendance times every Thursday evening from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Pacific Standard Time. The course runs for 15 weeks.
Course Cost
Course fee: $300
Early registration fee (before April 30th): $250
Course Dates
The course starts on May 9th and runs for 15 weeks.
Admissions Requirements
PREREQUISITE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
None, this is an introductory course and all are welcome to attend.
Acceptance to SCU as a student is not required to attend this course and students do not earn university credit or a grade.
Refund Policy: No refunds are available for this course.