MA Tamil Syllabus and Subjects 2024

Updated on - Jan 4, 2023

MA Tamil syllabus is curated for two years divided into four semesters. The MA Tamil syllabus and subjects are designed for providing an in-depth understanding of the origin of the language and its enhancement with time. The course also involves the rigorous study and interpretation of various poems, dramas written by Tamil literary scholars from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Sri Lanka, and the Tamil diaspora. The postgraduate course consists of both core and elective subjects that students can choose from. Some common MA Tamil subjects are Sanga Ilakkiyam, Idaikala Ilakkiyam, Ilakkia Kolgaigal, Vaaname Yellai etc. MA Tamil course is a course that is designed to ensure that the students studying this course have access to all the information they need to understand the language and literature in great depth and detail.

Semester Wise MA Tamil Syllabus

MA Tamil students are trained in Tamil history, its forms, and how styles mingle with each other to form a stylistic range. The syllabus focuses on concepts like Tamil literature, various poems, plays, and stories. It introduces aspirants to a broad range of genres, periods, and styles. The curriculum consists of core courses devoted to the basics of the Tamil language. The elective courses are oriented towards imparting specialized knowledge and skills of Tamil literature. The semester wise MA Tamil syllabus is as given below:

MA Tamil First Year Syllabus
Semester I	Semester II
Ikkala Ilakkiyam	Ilakkia Kolgaigal
Idaikkala Ilakkiyam	Elective – Oppilakkiam
Tholkappiam – Porulathikaram	Linguistics & Tamil Language Teaching

MA Tamil Second Year Syllabus
Semester III	Semester IV
Sanga Ilakkiyam	Tholkappiam – Chollathikaram
Kappiyangal	Elective – Thiruvalluvar
Tholkappiam – Ezhuthu Athikaram	Literary Criticism I
Dissertation: Phase I	Dissertation: Phase II

MA Tamil Subjects

The semester-wise MA Tamil subjects are designed to enhance the knowledge and understanding of the Tamil literature and language concepts. The MA Tamil syllabus includes both theoretical classroom-based teaching and project/dissertation work for a better understanding of the Tamil literature. The curriculum consists of both core and elective subjects to make the two-year-long program more flexible. MA Tamil subjects list is as follows:

Sanga Ilakkiyam
Idaikala Ilakkiyam
Ilakkia Kolgaigal
Vaaname Yellai

MA Tamil Course Structure

MA Tamil course structure is designed to include both core and elective subjects. The course is composed of two years divided into four semesters. In the first year, students are introduced to core subjects that remain common for all. While in the second year, students are introduced to specific elective subjects of the students choice. In addition, dissertation work facilitates students to apply and implement concepts learned during theory sessions. A dissertation based on the synopsis submission by the end of the fourth semester is mandatory as per the curriculum. The course structure is as follows:

IV Semesters
Core Subjects
Elective Subjects
Project/ Thesis Submission
Research Review Paper

MA Tamil Teaching Methodology and Techniques

The MA Tamil curriculum comprises different teaching methods. Along with lectures and project work, the students are taught elective subjects of their choice. The teaching methodology is inclined more towards theoretical learning. Listed below are the teaching methodology and strategies for MA in general:

Group Projects
Traditional Classroom-Based Teaching
Research-based Dissertation
Talks from guest speakers
Seminars
Conceptualized Learning

MA Tamil Projects

MA Tamil projects are given to students for practical training in theoretical topics. Projects assist students in getting hands-on experience and gain skills to manage educational works. Projects are to be completed by the end of the fourth semester. Some popular MA Tamil projects are:

Literature and Anthropology of Tamil language
New Dimensions in Modern Tamil Literature
Anthropological Approaches to Tholkappiyam and Sangam Literature
Pathupattil Ariviyal Seithigal

MA Tamil Reference Books

MA Tamil books are available both online and offline in many authors and publications. Reference books are meant for a better understanding of concepts and are also available online in pdf format. Students should put money in reference books after proper research. Some of the best reference books for MA Tamil are:

MA Tamil Books
Name of the Books	Authors
Ariyappedatha Thamizh Mozhi	Dr. Kannabiran Ravishankar
Anna Sila Ninaivugal	R.Muthukumar
Vaaname Yellai	Captain Gopinath
Thiruvasagam Pathiga Vilakkam	A.Aanandharasan