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The world we live in is full of diversity. There are hundreds of

languages spoken around the globe and their speakers are in
thousands. With the rapid globalization we witnessed in the last
several decades, the world saw a rising need for people who,
through their knowledge of different languages, can connect people
from different places.
This rising need paved the way for the emergence of many career
options in languages. With a degree in foreign languages, the world
of communication opens up. In addition to being able to travel to
other countries and speak with their inhabitants, graduates can use
their linguistic skills to find rewarding employment in fields such as
foreign language teaching, interpreting, or consulting.
Knowing a language can provide many advantages for business,
travel, and personal satisfaction. Not only is learning a language
exciting, but it also gives students a greater appreciation of the
history and culture surrounding that language, and, by extension, of
all cultures including their own. Courses in languages degree
programs can include, but are not limited to:
• Applied Phonetics
• Civilization and Cultural History
• Conversation and Composition
• Linguistics
• Literature
• Reading Skills
Courses Offered – In India, the language which is popular among
students is English followed by Modern Indian Languages (MIL) and
Foreign Languages.

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The English language is offered as:

1. B. A. Hons in English
2. B. A. Hons in English Literature
3. B. A. Hons in English Language and Literature
4. B. A. in English
5. B. A. in English Literature
6. B. A. in English Language and Literature
Under this course, students learn about various topics like:
• Classical Literature
• Forms of Popular Fiction
• Twentieth-Century Indian Writing
• Anglo-American Writing from 1930
• Modern European Drama
• Women's Writing Of 19th and 20th century
• Contemporary Literature
• Literary Theory
• History of English Literature
• Applied Grammar
Modern Indian Languages (MIL) are offered as:
1. B.A. Hons in Hindi
2. B.A. Hons in Marathi
3. B.A. Hons in Sanskrit
4. B.A. Hons in Urdu
5. B.A. Hons in Punjabi
6. B.A. Hons in Bengali
7. B.A. Hons in Telugu
8. B.A. Hons in Tamil
9. B.A. Hons in Odia
10. B.A. Hons in Malayalam
11. B.A. Hons in Kanada
12. B.A. Hons in Kashmiri and in all Indian Languages
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Under this course, students learn about various topics like:

• Classical Literature
• Forms of Popular Fiction
• Contemporary Literature
• Literary Theory
• Applied Grammar
• Journalistic Writing & Translation
• Skills in language use (Letter, Comprehension, Synonyms and
Antonyms)
Foreign Languages are offered as:
1. B.A. Hons in French
2. B.A. Hons in Spanish
3. B.A. Hons in German
4. B.A. Hons in Japanese
5. B.A. Hons in Mandarin Chinese
6. B.A. Hons in Russian
7. B.A. Hons in Korean and others
Under this course, students learn about various topics like:
• Classical Literature
• Forms of Popular Fiction
• Contemporary Literature
• Literary Theory
• Applied Grammar
• Journalistic Writing & Translation
• Skills in language use (Letter, Comprehension, Synonyms and
Antonyms)
• Comprehension of the writing, speaking, listening, and
reading part of the language.
• Language skills with intercultural sensitivity

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The duration of these courses varies from college to college and

generally consists of 3 to 4 years.

Eligibility –
• If a student wants to pursue Language courses like English/
MIL/ Foreign Language at the graduate level he/she needs to
have completed his/her class 12 from any stream (Arts,
Science, or Commerce) from a recognized board.
• English should be one of the subjects.
• Admissions to most of the colleges are possible through
both entrance examination (CUET and Institution Entrance)
and Merit.
Colleges in India – Now let's take a look at some of the top colleges
offering courses in Languages in India:
Universities/Colleges offering B.A Hons in English –
Delhi University: Also referred to as DU is the most famous of all
universities for the simple fact that it has produced more well-
known alumni from its Department of English. The QS World
University Rankings has named it one of the top 100 universities in
the world to study English. Some of the renowned and most
sought-after colleges for Linguistics programs, B. A. English, are:
• St Stephen's College
• Lady Shri Ram College
• Hindu College
• Hansraj College
• Miranda House
• Shaheed Bhagat Singh College
• Kamala Nehru
• Gargi College and many more
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Admission Procedure: Candidates must appear in CUET in any of

the following subject combinations:

Combination I: English from List A + Any two subjects from List B1 +

Any one subject from either List B1 or List B2

Combination II: Anyone Language from List A + Any two subjects

from List B1 + Any one subject from either List B1 or List B2

Merit will be based on the best CUET scores obtained from any of
the above-mentioned combinations of subjects.

Candidates who opted for Combination II for admission will be

considered only if seats remain vacant after considering all the
candidates who opted for Combination I
The Presidency University, Kolkata
Admission: The selection process is based on the candidate's valid
score in PUBDET conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance
Examinations (WBJEE) Board.
St Xavier's College, Mumbai
Admission: On the basis of the index calculated with the board
marks in the +2 level
Madras Christian College, Chennai
Admission: Merit Based
Stella Maris College, Chennai
Admission: Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of merit and
will be intimated for an Interview round

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Some of the other colleges include:

• Presidency College, Chennai
• Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
• Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai
• Sophia College for Women, Mumbai
• Bethune College, Kolkata
• Fergusson College, Pune
Universities/Colleges offering B.A Hons in Modern Indian Language
(MIL) –
•Delhi University
•University of Mumbai
•Banaras Hindu University
•Jamia Millia Islamia
•Visva Bharati University, West Bengal
Some of the other colleges include:
• St.Xavier’s College, Kolkata
• Fergusson College, Pune
• Jesus and Mary College, New Delhi
• University of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
• Osmania University, Hyderabad
• Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune
Universities/Colleges offering B.A Hons in Foreign Language –
•Jawaharlal Nehru University
•Amity University (all campus)
•Delhi University
•Banaras Hindu University
•Jamia Millia Islamia

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Some of the other colleges include:

• Fergusson College, Maharashtra
• Visva Bharati University, West Bengal
• Central University of Gujarat, Gujarat
• Jesus and Mary College, New Delhi
• University of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
• Manipal University, Karnataka
• Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Maharashtra
•University of Mumbai
•Aligarh Muslim University
Cost of Studying - Most of the colleges mentioned above will have a
course fee range of 20000 INR per year to 45000 INR per year. Some
of the other private universities will charge higher than this
depending upon the amenities that they provide to the student.
Colleges Abroad – There are several institutes around the world that
offer high-quality education for Language-related studies. Some of
the well-known institutes around the world are:
Universities/Colleges offering B.A Hons in English –
USA: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in English course is
between USD 38, 000 - USD 45,000.
• Harvard University
• Stanford University
• University of California-Los Angeles
• University of Pennsylvania
• Princeton University
Canada: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in English course is
approximately CAD 38, 000 – CAD 54,000.
• University of Toronto
• University of British Columbia
• McGill University
• University of Alberta
• University of Calgary
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UK: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in English course is
between GBP 21,000 – GBP 32, 000.
• University of York
• University of Glasgow
• University of Portsmouth
• University of Nottingham
• Oxford Brookes University
Australia: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in English course is
between AUD 30000 - AUD 42000.
• Monash University
• University of Melbourne
• The University of Sydney
• Macquarie University
• La Trobe University

Singapore: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in English course is
between SGD 28000 - SGD 42000.
• National University of Singapore
• Nanyang Technological University
• SIM University
Universities/Colleges offering B.A Hons in Foreign Language –
USA: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in Foreign Language
course is between USD 38, 000 - USD 45,000.
• Harvard University
• Stanford University
• Cornell University
• University of California, Berkeley
• Yale University

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Canada: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in Foreign Language
course is approximately CAD 30,000 – CAD 54,000.
• The University of British Columbia
• University of Toronto
• York University
• University of Alberta
• McGill University
UK: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in Foreign Language course
is between GBP 21,000 – and GBP 33,000.
• University of Oxford
• The University of Edinburgh
• University College London
• University of Cambridge
• University of Manchester
Australia: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in Foreign Language
is between AUD 32000 - and AUD 44000.
• Australian National University
• The University of Melbourne
• Monash University
• The University of Queensland
• The University of Adelaide
Singapore: The average yearly fee for B.A. Hons in Foreign Language
is between SGD 26000 - SGD 42000.
• National University of Singapore
• Nanyang Technical University
•Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)

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Admission Process - To apply to colleges abroad, students should

aim to start the application process at least a year before they plan
to start the course. Before starting with the application, the students
must make sure that they have completed all the requirements for
the application process, such as the Standardized Tests, English
Language Proficiency Test, CV, etc.
The entry requirements for colleges abroad differ from one college
to another. It is suggested that one should check the official website
to be updated regarding the application deadlines and pre-requisite
information.
Skills Required:
Here are some of the skills one should have:
• communication, including reading, writing, and speaking
foreign languages
• gathering, assessing, and interpreting information
• leading and participating in discussions and groups
• conveying meaning precisely
• presentation
• responding to others – from discussions in oral classes
• attention to detail
• boost in personal confidence and independence
• listening to other people
• resilience

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Further Education:
• After graduation, students can do a Master's in English.
• They can also opt for post-graduation in foreign languages like
Spanish or French.
• Some people opt for a B. Ed. and get into the teaching
profession.
• Journalism and Mass communication are other options.
• A library management course is also a favorite among B.A.
English graduates.
• Some English graduates choose to continue their academic
studies by doing an M.A. or a Ph. D., while others choose to
study more vocational postgraduate courses in areas such as
teaching, journalism, librarianship, or law. Such courses allow
students to study in the areas they wish to enter as a career.
Jobs directly related to the degree include:
• Editorial Assistant
• English as a Foreign Language Teacher
• Lexicographer
• Magazine Journalist
• Newspaper Journalist
• Primary School Teacher
• Secondary School Teacher
• Writer
•Translator
•Content Writer or Copy Writer
•Tour Guide or Travel Writer

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Jobs where the degree would be useful include:

• Academic Librarian
• Advertising Account Executive
• Advertising Copywriter
• Arts Administrator
• Information Officer
• Marketing Executive
• Public Relations Officer
• Records Manager
•Government Jobs
•Tour Guide or Travel Writer
Job Prospects:
The skills gained by English and Comparative Literature majors are
more practically valuable than you may think. They can be adapted
for most industries. Skills such as written and oral communication,
editing, problem-solving, critical thinking, and analysis are highly
prized by employers in nearly every profession. In today's evolving
career landscape, the widely applicable skills developed while
engaged in studying, analyzing, and writing about literature are in
more demand in the workplace than ever before. Employers in all
career pathways consistently cite writing, communication skills, the
ability to work independently, and adaptability at the top of their
lists of desired skills.
As students of English and Comparative Literature, they will develop
these skills in abundance. An English language graduate, as a
beginner, can seek employment in mass communication firms,
research institutes, government agencies, entertainment, and in
public relations. They can work as tourist guides in travel agencies
or can be self-employed. English graduates or postgraduate
candidates can work as a teacher in colleges, schools, and
universities. They can also offer training in the English Language by
opening their own coaching institute or tutorial center.
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Direct career paths that can be followed are Lexicographer, Speech

and Language Therapist, language teacher, Copy Editor,
Proofreader, or a role in communications.
Careers in this field involve more reading, writing, communication,
and research than other careers. Students of English literature
have various job opportunities lined up for them. Some of the
popular industries are:
• Publishing
• Research
• Scriptwriting
• Advertising
• Authoring jobs in KPO Firms
• Teaching
• Translation
• Content Writing
• Advertising, Marketing, and PR Careers
Another major opportunity is found in Information technology
wherein Linguistics graduates would be shouldering the
responsibilities of Natural Language Processing, Speech
Recognition, and Speech Synthesis. Other career paths may
include, but are not limited to, the Civil Service, Marketing,
Journalism, and Law. Further study can also be undertaken to help
prepare for more specialized roles or to enhance linguistics
knowledge. For students who pursue an undergraduate course in a
Language other than English, Translating and Teaching tend to be
the most popular career choices due to the increased demand for
Translators, Teachers, and Consultants in other countries as well as
embassies.

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A large percentage of companies now have offices in foreign

locations and clients and commercial interests that require a sound
knowledge of languages other than English. Hence, these
companies often tend to hire foreign language speakers, and also
consider fluent speakers favorably even for roles without a specific
language requirement!
Another added advantage of pursuing a modern language degree is
an understanding of the different cultures along with impeccable
language skills. Apart from Translating and Teaching, the following
are some of the career paths that Foreign Language graduates can
consider:
1.Account Management: A major requirement for account
management is the ability to efficiently communicate and be
organized, identify clients’ needs, and ensure everything is
delivered in an accurate manner. These are some of the skills that
are inculcated as a part of the undergraduate course. In addition to
this, fluency in a foreign language would add the required profile
desirability for any company dealing with foreign clients. The ability
to communicate productively across a spectrum of clients is one of
the reasons why multinational companies look for foreign language
skills when recruiting account managers.
2.Finance: The world of finance is slowly but surely opening its
doors for a diverse range of graduates. While the traditional talent
pool of Mathematics, Economics, and Sciences is definitely a strong
prerequisite, more and more banks and financial institutions, that
work multi-nationally, are looking for candidates who can
effectively communicate and liaise with offices around the world.
Foreign language is seen to be “highly desirable” in most job
descriptions!

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For example, Goldman Sachs claims to actively look for language

graduates or native speakers for around 50% of the roles!
Companies like HSBC and Credit Suisse suggest that the applicant
having a second or even a third language would prove to be a huge
advantage in the application process!
3.Social Media: Marketing is a sector in which a foreign language
degree can be useful. Social media, in particular, can open an array
of opportunities for these graduates. This is due to the fact that
most companies, who have operations in different companies,
usually have an array of social media profiles.
The knowledge of a foreign culture as well as fluency in the
said language would make the profile more preferable. Also, having
an effective and broad range of language skills would also be of
help in moving across jobs within marketing.

4.Foreign Service Officer or Diplomat: Join the diplomatic corps

and represent your country's interests abroad, requiring strong
language skills to communicate with foreign governments and
officials.
Top Companies/Recruiters - There are many companies that hire
linguists for a variety of functions. Fortune 500 organizations, and
government agencies like Foreign Ministries, and Hospitals hire
linguists every year in a variety of roles. Following are some of the
top companies that hire linguists:
• Anthropological Survey of India
• BPOs like JP Morgan Chase, WNS, etc
• Indian Embassies around the world
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs – India
• IT Companies like Infosys, TCS, and Wipro

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Pros and Cons: Below are few of the pros and cons related to the
career:
Pros:
• Teach classes for just 9 months out of a year
• Government-sponsored travel to different countries
•Present papers at international conferences
• Job security
• The title of emeritus is awarded to you, once you retire
Cons:
• Salary is initially low
• Fewer opportunities to teach
• High level of study
• Its niche career
Key Takeaways:
• Due to globalization and the rapid rise in the usage of
technology, the need for people who know different languages
has substantially increased.
• Courses in languages include the studies of Applied Phonetics,
Civilization and Cultural History, Conversation and Composition,
Linguistics, Literature, and Reading Skills.
• English is the most preferred language, these are the courses
offered in it: BA Hons in English, BA Hons in English Literature,
BA Hons in English Language and Literature, BA in English, BA in
English Literature, and BA in English Language and Literature.
• After studying language, one can become an Editorial assistant,
a foreign language teacher, a Lexicographer, a Magazine
journalist, a Newspaper journalist, a Primary school teacher, a
Secondary school teacher, and can also become a writer.
• Some of the top universities that offer courses in journalism
are Delhi University, the Presidency University, Kolkata, St
Xavier's College, Mumbai, and the Madras Christian College.
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