Master of Arts (Coursework) (MA(Coursework)) in Buddhist Studies
Dunedin, New Zealand
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LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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On-Campus
Introduction
Master of Arts (Coursework) (MA(Coursework)) in Buddhist Studies
The Master of Arts (Coursework) Program is designed to give students the skills sought-after by employers around the globe, with a balance of specific subject knowledge plus broad-based transferable skills – such as oral and written communication, and analytical skills.
The degree is also an possible qualification for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
The MA(Coursework) normally requires either 12 months or three semesters of full-time, or equivalent part-time, study and entails completion of papers and a dissertation.
The dissertation is a major piece of supervised research of up to 20,000 words.
The primary aim of the MA(Coursework) is to provide candidates with a grounding in their chosen subject area within a wider disciplinary frame. The degree cultivates the skills needed to identify a significant topic, design and implement a significant piece of research, and present the findings in a form acceptable to an expert readership.
Buddhism is the dominant religion in many Asian countries and has played an important role in the history and culture of Asia.
The minor in Buddhist Studies provides an introduction to Buddhism through its Indian origins (RELS 102) and then allows you to focus on the development of Buddhism in other regions of Asia.
You may also choose to combine your study of Buddhism with the study of one or more of the languages of the Buddhist scriptures (Sanskrit, Chinese, or Japanese).
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Master of Arts (Coursework) (MA(Coursework) in Buddhist Studies
Papers
- Research Dissertation
Four of:
- Writing and Revision for Graduate Research
- Research Methods in the Humanities
- Key Debates in the Humanities
- Readings in Buddhist Texts
- Buddhist Visual Culture in Southeast Asia
- Key Debates in Buddhist Studies
- Pali for Postgraduates
- Sanskrit for Postgraduates
With approval from the Head of the Religion Program, a 500-level paper from a relevant subject may be substituted for one of HUMS 501-503, RELS 521-523, 531 or 532.
Program Outcome
Level of Award of the Degree
The degree may be awarded with distinction or with credit.
Program Tuition Fee
Program delivery
Application details
Applicants must apply online. They should also attach all the necessary supporting documents which includes scanned copies of their official high school or foundation transcripts (awards gained, marks, grades); scanned copies of the relevant official transcripts of previous university study; and provide proof of their identity this is usually achieved by providing a certified copy of the personal details page of their passport or a birth certificate (in English). Applicants may also be required to submit an Educational Credential Evaluators report (ECE). As soon as applicants have completed their online application, their proof of identity document must be posted to International Office, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand. International student applications for semester 1/summer school study close: Oct-31; Semester 2 study close: Apr-30.