PhD in Buddhist Studies in Seattle United States | University of Washington

The Buddhist Studies specialization within the South Asian languages and literature curriculum, housed in the Department of Asian Languages and Literature, provides coursework for both the general M.A. and Ph.D. programs with a focus on Buddhist Studies. Students can also incorporate Buddhist Studies courses into their B.A. studies or pursue M.A./Ph.D. degrees with different specializations. This academic track emphasizes mastering canonical and post-canonical Buddhist texts and languages, demanding rigorous linguistic and textual analysis. The program specializes in South Asian Buddhism, incorporating essential languages like Sanskrit, Pali, Gandhari, and Chinese.