Maharshi Dayanand Online MA in Sanskrit (DDE Semester)

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Course Overview

Maharshi Dayanand University’s Online MA in Sanskrit is a 2 year (4 semester) programme tailored for ambitious learners who need the flexibility of an accredited online format. It builds strong foundations in sanskrit literature, vyakarana, sahitya shastra and darshana while integrating emerging themes such as manuscriptology, digital text tools and comparative philology. Delivered by the Centre for Distance and Online Education and approved under UGC-DEB, the programme blends recorded classes, e-content and periodic live sessions suitable for working professionals and outstation learners. Assessments combine internal assignments with end-semester examinations to ensure consistent progress and academic rigour. Graduates gain job-ready competencies and can progress to higher studies or roles across sectors including teaching, research, cultural organizations and translation projects.

Course Highlights

Textual Mastery: Veda, Upanishad, Kavya and Natak studies
Vyakarana Depth: Siddhanta Kaumudi and applied grammar
Sahitya Shastra: Poetics, alamkara and aesthetics
Research Orientation: Methods, documentation and ethics
Digital Sanskrit: Exposure to e-texts and tools
Flexible Learning: Self-paced modules with faculty guidance
UGC-DEB Validity: Recognized online master’s
Project Focus: Dissertation with viva voce

Course

Benefits

Sanskrit scholarship Deepen command over texts, commentary traditions and research practice.

Career bridges Prepare for teaching, archival, museum and cultural roles.

Modern tools Explore digital text corpora and transliteration standards.

Work–study balance Asynchronous modules and recorded sessions for busy learners.

CourseConnect Benefits

What additional you get from CourseConnect

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Alumni Network➔
Career Guidance➔

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Eligibility

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Bachelor’s degree; Sanskrit/Hindi background preferred as per university norms
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Open to professionals seeking classical studies credentials
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Admission on merit under CDOE notifications