Advancing knowledge through rigorous courses and academic research
Explore the linguistic foundations, historical development, and evolution of Tamil—one of the world's oldest living classical languages.
In-depth study of classical Tamil literature from the Sangam period and beyond.
Exploration of modern Tamil literary movements and contemporary writers.
Journey through Tamil's classical arts trinity—iyal (literature), isai (music), and nādagam (drama/dance)—from ancient Sangam poetry to contemporary cinema and theater. Discover how these interconnected traditions have shaped Tamil cultural expression across two millennia.
Uncover the astronomy, chemistry, biology, metallurgy, and medicine embedded in classical Tamil texts (300 BCE - 300 CE). Explore how ancient Tamil poets documented sophisticated scientific observations centuries before modern frameworks emerged.
Comparative archaeological and historical research examining Tamil seafaring traditions within the broader context of ancient global maritime networks.
Interdisciplinary exploration of the Tamil Siddhar tradition—mystic-scientists who integrated spirituality, medicine, alchemy, yoga, and philosophy.
Scholarly examination of Thiruvalluvar's Thirukkural and Ramalinga Adigalar's (Vallalar's) teachings, focusing on their teachings on compassion, universal love, and ethical living, offering pathways to both worldly wisdom and spiritual enlightenment.