Introduction
There are 8 semesters (4×2=8), 28 full unit courses (3+3+3+3+4+4+4+4=28), 8 partial unit courses (8×1=8) and 120 Credits (28×4+8×1=120) in 4 years B.A. Honours Course in Pali and Buddhist Studies. Each year has two semesters of 26 weeks (15 weeks for class teaching, 2 weeks break for final exams, 3 weeks for final exam, 3 weeks for evaluation of scripts and publication of result, and 3 weeks for vacation). Each full unit contains 4 credits and 100 marks and each partial unit contains 1 credit and 25 marks. So, 2800 marks (28×100) and 8 partial courses contain 200 (8×25) and thus total marks 3000. Each semester of 1st year has 3 full units and 1 partial unit of 13 credits (3×4+1). Thus, there are 6 full units and 2 partial units of 26 credits in 1st year. Second year has the same pattern. Each semester of 3rd year has 4 full units and 1 partial unit of 17 credits (4×4+1). Thus, there are 8 full units and 2 partial units of 34 credits in 3rd year. Fourth year also has the same pattern. Each course will be taught by two teachers of the Department; each course will have 4 classes per week of 60 minutes duration each; total classes in a semester for each course: 15 weeks; total contact hours in a semester for each course: 60 and 15 hours teaching is equivalent to 1 credit hour and will be treated as 1 credit.
A. Marks Distribution for each four Credit (1 unit)
Course: 100
Final exam: 60
Two Class Test or Mid-term test : 30 (15+15)
Class Attendance : 10
(Two class teachers share the same marks which will be treated as ratio)
Viva-Voce : 20
Presentation : 5
B. Grade Mark
|
Numerical grade |
Letter grade |
Grade point |
|
80 and above |
A+ |
4.00 |
|
75 to less than 80 |
A |
3.75 |
|
70 to less than75 |
A- |
3.50 |
|
65 to less than 70 |
B+ |
3.20 |
|
60 to less than 65 |
B |
3.00 |
|
55 to less than 60 |
B- |
2.75 |
|
45 to less than 50 |
C |
2.25 |
|
40 to less than 45 |
D |
2.00 |
|
Less than 40 |
F |
0.00 |
|
Incomplete |
I |
0.00 |
|
Withdrawn |
W |
0.00 |
C. Marking for class attendance
Attendance range Marks
90% and above 5.0/10.0
85% to less than 90% 4.5/9.0
80% to less than 85% 4.0/8.0
75% to less than 80% 3.5/7.0
70% to less than 75% 3.0/6.0
65% to less than 70% 2.5/5.0
60% to less than 65% 2.0/4.0
55% to less than 60% 1.5/3.0
50% to less than 50% 1.0/2.0
45% to less than 50% 0.5/1.0
Less than 45% 0.0/0.0
D. Calculation of GPA and CGPA
GPA = Course Credits x GP + Course Credits x GP + Course Credits x GP
Total Credits of the three Courses
CGPA = GPA x 1st Semester Credits + GPA x 2nd Semester Credits
Total Credits in 1st and 2nd Semester
33 courses · 132 credit hours across 8 terms
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 101 | Life and Basic Teachings of Buddha | 4 | The focal point of this course is to develop the knowledge of the students as to the Life & basic teachings of Buddha. This course covers the whole life history of Buddha, for example Birth, education, four incidents etc, dynasty of Buddha; origin and development Buddhist Sangha; the four noble truths; eightfold paths, dependent origination; Ten Perfections and its nature; the sublime states; Bodhipakkhiya- Dhamma; the theory of Kamma, the doors of Kamma, theory of non-Soul, the doctrine of universal change and impermanence; Nibbāna etc. The course provides the basic knowledge of Buddha’s teachings. It will help students to learn the moral values, religious harmony and co-existence. |
| PBS 102 | Basic Pali Grammar I | 4 | This course introduces the basic concepts of Pali Grammar. It is designed in a view to enrich the students with the knowledge of basic rules and formulas of Pali Grammar. It will mainly focus on introduction of Pali Language and Pali Grammar, especially focus given on : Conjugation of verb, Use of Conjugation of verb, Declension – A and Ā Stem (Sabdarupa A and Ā Stem), Declension – Amha (I), Tumha (You), So (He), Use of Declension, Parts of Speech, Tense and Mode, Gender, Person, Voice, Suffix, Number, Euphony (Sandhi), Comparison of adjective, Pali Numerical, Pali Vocabulary and Translation by using above mentioned Topics. It will develop the logical, critical and analytical understanding of the students as to above mentioned topics. It will also provide knowledge on the technique of translation from Bengali to Pali and Pali to Bengali. |
| PBS 103 | History of Pali Language | 4 | The Course will focus on the history of Pali Language. It mainly considers the Pali Alphabets: Vowel and Consonant; Phonological and Morphological characteristics of Pali language; Phonetic change in Pali: Anaptyxis, Insertion, Apothesis, Amplification, Aphesis, Syncopation, Metathesis, Dissimilation, Assimilation, Prothesis, Epenthesis, Umlaut, Haplology, Analogy; Relation of Pali with Sanskrit, Prakrit and Bengali language, Roman Alphabet and Method of Translation and Transliteration: Bengali to Roman and Roman to Bengali. |
| PBS 104 | Bengali Language and Literature | 4 | The course is designed to give the students descriptive knowledge about Bangla phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and writing system. It will help them to acquire listening, speaking, reading and writing skills of Bangla language and finally they will have a comprehensive knowledge on literary analysis. After completion of this course the students will be able to know the sounds and sounds system of Bangla, understand the word and word formation rules, get input on Bangla sentences and its meanings, and present and write papers on literary genres. This course will also teach them to craft formal pieces of writing e.g. application, report and CV in Bangla. In addition, this course will also teach them the development of Bangla language and literature throughout history. This course will also make them familiar with important pieces of writing written by prominent figures of Bangla literature. This will aid them in Bangla literary text analysis and also help to understand creative writing. |
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 105 | History of Pali Literature | 4 | The main purpose of the course is to contribute to the knowledge of Pali literaure. It mainly considers the origin and historical development of Pāli Literature, compilation of Tipitaka in Pali language, literary values of the Tipitaka, basis of the Tipitaka, Division of the Tipitaka, calssification of Pali literature and language used by the Buddha during preachings. The course will also examine the role of Buddhist councils in the development of Pali literature. The course, in particular, aims to provide analytical knowledge on Pali Literature. |
| PBS 106 | Religious and Political History of Buddhism in Ancient India | 4 | The main purpose of the course is to introduce the students with the Political and Religious History of Buddhism in Ancient India. Especially, it will consider the socio-religious condition of Pre-Buddhist period, Buddha’s period, Pre-Ashokan period (Nanda dynasty), Ashokan period and Post Christian period (until 12th Century). It will also explore the political and religious activities of King Bimbisāra, Ajātasattu, Prasenjit, Udayān and Kālāsoka, Kings of Nanda dynasty, Emperor Ashoka, Kaniska, Harsavardhana, Palas and Sultans along with the political history of Sixteen Janapadas. Moreover, it will help the students to develop the logical and analytical fcaulties regarding the topics. |
| PBS 107 | English Language | 4 | This course aims to help students develop communicative competence in English. To achieve this goal a task-based learner-cantered approach will be adopted. Emphasis will be given mostly on writing, as well as on reading, speaking, and grammar. Learners are expected to do a variety of activities in the class as well as homework to become effective writers, readers, and fluent speakers. |
| PBS 108 | ICT Fundamentals and Advanced MS Office Skills | 4 | This course provides students with foundational knowledge of computer hardware, software, networks, and the Internet, along with a comprehensive understanding of essential office applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web browsing/searching. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, students will develop proficiency in computer operation, document creation and formatting, spreadsheet management, presentation design, and effective online navigation. The course aims to equip students with practical computer skills required for both their academic pursuits and personal lives. |
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 201 | Suttapitaka : Poetry | 4 | The purpose of the course is to contribute to the knowledge of Suttapitaka, especially the peotry portion. Through this course students will be able to enrich their knowledge of the origin, development, formation, essence and teachings of Suttapitaka along with the literary, moral & philosophical values of Suttapitaka (poetry). The course also covers the study of Dhammapada, Suttanipata, Theragatha, Therigatha, Samyutta Nikaya, Khuddakapatha, Cariyapitaka and their importance. |
| PBS 202 | Basic Pali Grammar II | 4 | This course contains the basic concepts of Pali Grammar. It is designed with a view to enriching the knowledge of basic rules and formulas of Pali Grammar. It will mainly focus on Declension – I and Ī Stem (Sabdarupa I and Ī Stem), Declension – Ka (Who), Kim (what), Ya (Which), Use of given Declensions, Use of conjugation verb in Sentence, Compound (Samasa), Case ending (Karaka), Incomplete verb, Causative verb, Participle, Desiderative verb, Transitive verb and Intransitive verb, Indeclinable, Use of Absolute genitive and Absolute locative, Rules of Pali Syntax, Pali Vocabulary and Translation by using above topics. It will develop the logical, critical and analytical understanding of the students as to above mentioned topics. It will also help to learn the technique of translation from Bengali to Pali and Pali to Bengali. |
| PBS 203 | Comparative Philology | 4 | This course provides the students with general concept of Comparative Philology. Basically, through this course students will be able to learn the importance and classification of Philology; history of Indo-European language family; history of Middle Indo Aryan languages; phonological and morphological characteristics of Pāli language, Classical Sanskrit and Prākrit, Vedic influence on Pāli Language, Grim’s Law, Verner’s Law, Grassmann’s Law and Jacob’s Law. |
| PBS 204 | Project Management | 4 | The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to and engagement in the systematic process and methods essential for project management. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of different components involved in project management, including the stages of planning, designing, implementing, monitoring and assessment. In addition to the theoretical viewpoints in project management, the course also incorporates practical perspectives to enhance students' comprehension of project management within the specific context of a country. |
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 205 | Suttapitaka : Prose | 4 | The main purpose of the course is to introduce students to Suttapitaka, especially Prose Part. The course will also offer the students to learn about the moral and philosophical values of Suttapitaka (prose). The course covers the study of the essence and teachings of the subject matter of Digha-Nikaya, Majjhima Nikaya, Samyutta Nikaya, Anguttara Nikaya and Khuddaka Nikaya.The course, in particular, aims to provide both general and theoretical knowlege for analyzing religious tenets and to develop the student’s capacity for logical, analytical & critical thinking about such issues. |
| PBS 206 | Buddhist House Holder’s Disciplinary Code | 4 | The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the Buddhist disciplinary code of house holders. It will mainly consider the meaning, classification and moral and social values of Buddhist disciplinary code. It will also explore the reciprocal relationship and duties between children and parents, teachers and pupils, husbands and wives, friends and companions, religious teachers and devotees, employers and employees. The course, in particular, will provide the knowledge of socio-religious responsibilities. |
| PBS 207 | Pali Semi Canonical Texts | 4 | The main purpose of the course is to provide students with the knowledge of Pali Semi Canonical Texts, mainly the Milinda Pañha, Nettipakarana and Visuddhimagga. It mainly focuses the literary and doctrinal values of the texts, date of their compilation, their authors, and nature of the subject matters, essence and teachings of the subject matters. It also considers the socio-religious impact of the texts. Moreover, students will have opportunities to study some important Buddhist doctrines and logics of the texts. The course is also aimed to practice moral values intelligibly. |
| PBS 208 | Bangladesh Studies | 4 | The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive study of Bangladesh since its independence in 1971. It introduces students to the history, politics, economy, society, culture and heritage of Bangladesh. In addition, this course will focus on the geography and demography of Bangladesh, constitutional development, and foreign policies of Bangladesh. |
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 301 | Vinaya Pitaka and Buddhist Principles | 4 | The course contributes to the knowledge of Vinaya Pitaka (Buddhist Principles). It mainly explores Buddhist Principles that are mandatory for buddhist Monks and Nuns. It, in particlular, discusses the meaning of the rules mentioned in the Vinaya Pitaka, ethical and judicial values, application of the rules in moanstic life, way of life of the monks and nuns, violation of the rules and degree of punishment and accounts of fisrt and second Buddhist council. Finally, the course covers the study of Vinaya Pitaka. |
| PBS 302 | Buddhism in Bangladesh | 4 | The main purpose of the course is to introduce the students to the knowledge of Buddhism in Bangladesh. It is mainly designed in order to explore the knowledge of historical and cultural revolution of Bangladeshi Buddhism. It discusses when and how Buddhism was spred in Bangladesh, the condition of Buddhism in Asokan era, Gupta era, Pala era, and Sen-Varman and Muslim Period. Besides, it also focuses on the causes of Decline of Buddhism, Reformation of Theravada Buddhism in Bangladesh along with contemporary socio-religious Rites, Rituals and Festivals. Moreover, it also helps students to learn about the Buddhist Ethnic Groups in Bangladesh. It will enrich students logical, critical and analytical understanding of the aforesaid topics. |
| PBS 303 | Applied Pali Grammar and Translation | 4 | This course focuses on the basic formulas and methodology of application of Pali Grammatical rules and formulas in Pali Sentences. It also explores the techniques of translation from Pali to Bengali and Bengali to Pali by using Pali grammatical formulas and rules. It will develop the logical, critical and analytical understanding of the students as to application of Pali grammatical rules and formulas. |
| PBS 304 | Professional Ethics | 4 | The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with the tradition of moral philosophy and the use of moral philosophy in the study of ethical and professional behavior in public service. Ethics and professionalism go hand in hand in ensuring efficient and just governance in the functioning of state. These two constitute the two sides of a single coin. |
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 305 | Abhidhamma Piṭaka and Theravāda Philosophy | 4 | This course helps students to acquire knowledge on the Abhidhamma Piṭaka.It especially covers the philosophical, psychological and ethical subject matter of Abhidhamma Pitaka and values of the following of seven treatises of Abhidhamma: Dhammasaṅgaṇi, Vibhaṅga, Dhātukathā, Puggalapaññatti, Kathāvatthu, Yamaka, Paṭṭhāna, which mainly deal with mind (Citta), mental factors (Cetasika), matter (rūpa) and Nibbāna. It also develops the logical, critical and analytical understanding of the students. Finally, the course covers the study of Theravāda philosophy mentioned in Abhidhamma Pitaka. |
| PBS 306 | Pali Chronicle Literature | 4 | This course explores the importance of the Pali Chronicles. It mainly helps to gather knowledge of the origin and development of Pali Chronicles, its literary and historical value, and classification of chronological Literature. The course will also rummage through the influences of Pali Chronicles on general History and Literature. It will also help the students to demonstrate their knowledge about the Date and Authors of Pali Chronicles. It is designed with a view to enriching students with the knowledge of Socio-religious, geographical, topographical, political, historical and cultural conditions of ancient India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand and Bangladesh. |
| PBS 307 | Buddhist Jataka, Apadana and Fables | 4 | The Course explores the moral values and teachings of Buddhist Jatakas and Fables It also helps to know the history and geographical information of ancient India and the influence of Buddhist jatakas and Fables on Modern Literature. On the other hand, it develops the ethical values, Ideology, honesty, justice and integrity among the students. |
| PBS 308 | Sociology | 4 | Broadly speaking, sociology is the study of society. More specifically, sociology examines the interactions among social institutions, cultures, groups, and individuals. Therefore, we can say that sociology is the study of human groups, organizations and societies and the patterns of similarity and dissimilarity among them. Developing a sociological imagination can be a little uncomfortable at times, but it is also excitingideally throughout the semester, we’ll experience some of each and I hope this course will introduce and draw you into our ways of seeing the world, provide you with tools for understanding your own social position and the conditions in which you live, and fuel your passion and vision for a just, equal, peaceful and diverse society. |
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 401 | Grammatical Analysis of Pali Texts and Translation | 4 | This course highlights the grammatical analysis of Pali Texts for students. It helps students to know the formula of translation of Pali Texts and general uses of Pali language. Actually, this course gives a complete idea as to the application of Nominative, Accusative, Instrumental, Dative, Ablative, Genitive, Locative, Vocative; Verb derivation, Adjective, Adverb, Infinitive, gerund, absolute genitive, Causative, Demonative, Indeclination, Participles etc. It also develops the logical, critical and analytical understanding of the students as to above mentioned topics. It will also help to learn the technique of translation from Bengali to Pali and Pali to Bengali. |
| PBS 402 | Pali Prosody and Rhetoric | 4 | This course will provide Students with the knowledge of Pali Prosody and Rhetoric. It develops the knowledge of determining the Pali Prosody, especially Matttāchanda, Vuttachanda or Akkhārachanda. It also helps the students to enrich the knowledge of Pali Rhetoric and its application. Besides, it will help the students to indentify the process of Pali Prosody and Rhetoric. |
| PBS 403 | Early Buddhist Geography and Topography | 4 | The main purpose of the course is to introduce students with the geographical location and topographical condition of Buddhist history, culture and civilization in ancient India, especially about the history of sixteen Janapadas. The course will also introduce students with the geographical location and importance of the Buddhist historical places along with their geo-topographical information. It will also help the students to develop the advanced knowledge on early Buddhism. |
| PBS 404 | Research Methodology | 4 | The purpose of the course is to contribute to the knowledge of various methods and techniques of research. The course mainly focuses on definition, nature, scope, techniques, steps of research, types of research methodology, logic of research methodology, adoption of research methodology, data collection, documentation, measurement, sampling, techniques of analysis and evolution of data, types of model, limitation of research, questionnaire, preparing bibliography, method of field work and interview, method of reporting research, role of induction and deduction, and method of writing of synopsis or research proposal. It will also explore the logical, critical and analytical understanding of the student. |
| Code | Course title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBS 405 | Buddhist Arts and Archaeology | 4 | This course will provide knowledge of Buddhist Arts and Archaeology. Students will be able to learn the definition of archaeology, origin and development of archaeology; Methods of Excavation, how to Define the date of Buddhist archaeological sites and findings; Tourism Value of Buddhist Archaeological Sites, and socio-religious and historical value of Mainamati Salvanvihar, Paharpur Sompur Mahavihara, Vasu Vihar, Nalanda, Vikrimsila Vihara etc. |
| PBS 406 | Buddhism in Bengali Literature | 4 | The course focuses on the life and teachings of Buddha, the influences of Buddhism on Bengali Literature, such as Prose, Poetry, Drama, Nobel and Story. It will also expose the Buddha’s teachings in the writings of Bengali writers. |
| PBS 407 | Applied Buddhism | 4 | The course contains the concept of Applied Buddhism which is the application of Buddha’s teachings in our daily life. Applied Buddhism is also regarded as engaged Buddhism. It can be applied in every circumstance in order to bring understanding and solutions to problems in our society. Applied Buddhism offers concrete ways to relieve sufferings and brings peace and happiness in human life. Apart from the commonly discussed philosophical and psychological aspects, more emphasis is given here on the traditional culture and social aspects of Buddhism. It also shares the valuable concepts of to modern society. The purpose of this course is to teach the application of Buddhism in modern society. |
| PBS 408 | Mahayana Buddhist Literature and Philosophy | 4 | The course provides knowledge of the history of Mahayana Buddhism and Literature. It helps students to acquire knowledge of the Philosophical doctrines and also its multifaceted gradual expansion and development of Mahayana Buddhist idealism. Mainly, it focuses on the various Buddhist philosophical schools and their doctrines to the students. It will also explore the life and works of Buddhist philosophers. Besides, it helps students to enrich their ideas and thinking on philosophical aspects. It develops the logical, critical and analytical knowledge and understanding of the students as to the mentioned topics. |
| PBS 409 | Dissertation | 4 | This course will help the students to acquire knowledge on dissertation and how to write dissertations Report. It provides preliminary background information that puts their research in contents also clarifies the focus of their study. |