Courses - India Studies: INDS 101: Introduction to the Culture of India 3 cr. A broad and general introduction to the culture(s) of the Indian subcontinent, focusing on its geography, history, politics, economy, social structure, languages and the arts, and religion. Three hours of lecture. INDS 211: Epics on Film 3 cr. This course examines two major Indian epics, Ramayana and Mahabharata, on film. Students will read prose translations of the two epics and watch video productions of both as a means to deepening their understanding of the embedded mythic structures in Indian social, economic, and political life. Three hours of lecture. INDS 395: Independent Studies 3 cr. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of the department. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of six term hours. Special research projects under the guidance of a member of the India Studies faculty. Three hours of research. INDS: 495 Independent Studies 3 cr. Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of the department. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of six term hours. Special Research projects under the guidance of a member of the India Studies Faculty. Three hours of research. << RETURN TO PREVIOUS PAGE This online catalog is for informational purposes only and is subject to modification. Final authority resides in the printed version of the catalog.