Topics in Classical Persian Language and Culture [PERS_V 480]

Topics in Classical Persian Language and Culture

[PERS_V 480]

Course Overview

Accurate reading, understanding, and critical analysis of Classical Persian literary, fiction and non-fiction texts in Persian. Sections will include Classical Persian lyrical Poetry, Classical Persian Didactic and Romantic Poetry, Classical Persian Didactic and Romantic Prose, Classical Court Poetry and Prose, The earliest Animal Fables in Persian, etc.

Course Details

Duration: 3 hours a week – offered in Fall semester every other year

Multiple Times and Days including, Mon-Wed | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Credits: 3-9

Prerequisites: Either of the following 

Grade Breakdown

  • Weekly Reading Responses: 20%
  • Recorded Read-Alouds of Primary Texts: 10%
  • Interactive Class Participation: 20%
  • Mid-Term Video or Podcast: 10%
  • Final Project: 20%
  • Final exam: 20%

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Persian Language Course Placement and Sequence Policy

Students must take Persian language courses in the correct sequence, based on their actual proficiency. While some pairs (e.g., PERS 200/201 or 300/301) may be taken in either order, students may not register for a lower-level course after completing a higher-level one (e.g., completing PERS 201 and then taking PERS 104 or 101).


Placement is required for most courses to ensure appropriate class placement. The Department of Asian Studies may withdraw students if their placement is inaccurate.

Enrolling out of sequence affects learning and placement integrity. Please consult the Persian language program or a placement advisor to find your correct starting point.