Academic Department Shimla, Himachal Pradesh University Estd. 1970

Department of Modern European & Other Foreign Languages

Constituent Department of Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla

About Department of Modern European & Other Foreign Languages

Background, academic mission, and departmental profile

The Department of Modern European & other Foreign Languages started in 1973 with the establishment of the University. Initially German and Russian classes were offered and due to the keen response of students French Language was also introduced in 1976. Keeping in view the rapid speed of globalization in the present scenario; communication has brought the world ever closer. Ever more urgent is the need for students to be competent in other languages.

Three levels of courses (certificate/Diploma &Advance Diploma) are in all the three languages with a capacity of sixty in each course. Certificate class focuses on pronunciation, reading, writing & comprehension and basic translation. Diploma course motivates the learners towards the awareness in the respective foreign language & its respective culture. Through songs and films the teaching-learning process is made more effective. In Advance Diploma literature (poetry, novels, drama) as well as the language is coupled together which deepens the linguistic and translation ability of the foreign language learner.

The goal of the department is to realize the target of producing students for their further absorption as teachers in schools or language institutes. Besides language acquisition this program aims to develop the inclination of the students to pursue the area of comparative literary studies. It is also expected that some of the Diploma holders to turn out to be well versed translators and shall further assist their valuable contribution to the sectors of journalism, interpretation and tourism.

Faculty Type Postgraduate Teaching Department
Affiliation Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla
Campus Location Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about Department of Modern European & Other Foreign Languages

Where is the Department of Modern European & Other Foreign Languages located?

The Department of Modern European & Other Foreign Languages is an academic teaching department of Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.

How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?

Admissions to courses offered by Department of Modern European & Other Foreign Languages are conducted as per Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.

What qualifications are awarded by Department of Modern European & Other Foreign Languages?

Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla.