Languages Course: Fees 2024, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

Updated on Aug 2, 2022 05:47 IST

Languages course is one of the most sought-after courses in India. The scientific word for Language is Linguistics. Languages course helps aspirants in gaining knowledge about how different languages around the world originated and their various aspects like meaning, formation, structure etc. Languages courses enhances students' ability to learn different languages, develop research skills, analyising the langauge from various aspects and much more. Language study deals with the investigation of human dialect; investigation of language type, nature, structure, and different dialects. It includes the study of language phonetics, grammar, phonology, semantics etc.

Types of Languages Courses -UG & PG 

Languages courses which are also termed Linguistics, is the study of language and identifies various elements in connecting the languages. There are different types of language courses including undergraduate language course, postgraduate language course, certificate language course, diploma language course, BA in Linguistics, MA in Linguistics etc. The duration of Language Courses is different according to the type of course selected. The duration of the course may vary from a few months to a few years. Aspirants of any stream can pursue Language course after 10+2 or graduation.

Popular Languages Courses -UG & PG 

Language courses are of different types at UG and PG levels. Some of the Language courses can be pursued in full time or regular mode while there are many languages that are taught in part time mode.

A number of diploma and certificate level courses are also available in Language courses. Here in the article, we have discussed in detail about popular Language courses at UG, PG, diploma and certificate levels.  

Also Read: Top Language colleges in India

Language Degree Courses – UG 

Language courses are also available at undergraduate level. students willing to pursue the course right after class 12th, can take admission to this course. Below we have mentioned some of the major highlights of the Language course at UG level:

Course Highlights

Course Name 

BA in Linguistics 

Course Level 

Undergraduate 

Course Duration 

3 Years 

Eligibility 

12th pass or equivalent degree 

Admission  

Merit-Based 

Distance Languages Courses – UG

There are a number of colleges and institutes in India that provide Language courses through distance education. Distance Language Courses are suitable for students who are unable to take regular classes due to any reasons. There are very popular universities in India that provide Language courses in distance mode at undergraduate level such as IGNOU and many others.

Also Read: Colleges offering Foreign languages courses in India

Part-Time Languages Courses 

There are various institutes in India that provide Languages courses in part-time mode. These courses can be pursued at both degree, certificate, diploma or foundation level. students can select any of these language courses as per their interest.

Online Languages Courses 

Language courses are also offered in online mode at degree, diploma, certificate and foundation level. students can pursue this course from any location from the comfort of their home. The duration of these courses can be from a few hours to a few months. 

Languages Diploma Courses 

Aspirants can also pursue diploma courses in Language. In order to pursue diploma courses in Language, students should have a bachelor's degree or any other equivalent certificate from a recognized board or university with a minimum passing mark of 50%. students are also required to qualify for the relevant exam to get admission to the course.  

Language Degree Courses – PG 

Language course at postgraduate level or MA in Language is a 2-year duration course. It provides students with a better understanding about the subject, relationship between language, dialect etc. Given below is the highlight of the Language degree course at PG level.

Course Highlights

Course Name  

MA in Linguistics 

Course Level 

Postgraduation 

Course Duration 

2 Years 

Eligibility 

Bachelor’s degree 

Admission 

Merit-Based Entrance Test 

Distance Languages Courses – PG 

students can also pursue Language courses through distance education at postgraduate level. These courses are also called PG Diploma in Languages.  

Languages Course: Job Opportunities

Given below in the table are some of the popular job opportunities for students with language degree:

Job Options
Translator Interpreter
International sales marketing Research Analyst 
Content Writer and Editor Brand specialists
Lecturer  Government agencies
Journalism Corporate Trainer
Tour Guide Human Resource
Embassies Job in International Organization
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Popular Languages Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Languages Colleges in India. Learn more about these Languages colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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₹9.24 - 9.5 LPA

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4 Courses
₹432 - 720
₹4.62 - 7.9 LPA

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Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Languages. Students interested in pursuing a career on Languages, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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Popular Languages Specializations

Following are the most popular Languages Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Popular Languages UG Courses

Following are the most popular Languages UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Languages PG Courses

Following are the most popular Languages PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Yes, the Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences offers its own official German language entrance exam via its Language Centre for university admission, the DSH.

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No, Indian students are not required to prove German proficiency for entry to English-taught courses at Uni Cologne. However, proving English proficiency is mandatory. Most courses ask for a B2 or C1 level proficiency in English.

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Students do not to speak German to study at International School of Management (ISM). Courses that are entirely taught in English at ISM Germany. Also, students can learn German during their studies at ISM and take up optional classes during the studies. 

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B1 German is normally required for the vocational training visa when the training institution has not already assessed the applicant's language skills. 

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For most of the English-Taught courses at Paderborn University, a German language proficiency test score is not required. But, exception may be there for some courses. The IELTS / TOEFL scores are accepted for English language proof. The mininum score vary as per the courses. But for IELTS, the scor

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Since the Bachelor's courses are taught in German so in that case, German language proficiency can be proven. For this, the test certificates like TestDAF, DSH 2, Goethe Certificate, etc. can be submitted. Whereas for English-taught courses, an English language test score has to be submitted such

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For admission to Bachelor's and Master's courses of Hildesheim University, the students can submit the following certificates to prove German language proficiency-

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Yes, Uni of Wuppertal offers full-time preparatory German courses via its Language Teaching Institute.

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For every Master's course taught in German at the Uni of Cologne, the students must have good German language skills. The following German certificates are recognised to prove this - 

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For the programs that are taught in English, German language is not required. English language proficiency proof is required for these courses then. In such a case, TOEFL / IELTS score can be submitted. A few courses may require an IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90.

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The courses are mostly English taught at Humboldt University of Berlin but the student should have basic knowledge of German Language to adjust well in the Campus and surrounding. German Language Tests accepted at the University are-

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Yes,  students can study at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences without learning German. There are many English taught courses that only require valid scores in English language tests such as IELTS or TOEFL.

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Most of the programs at HEC Paris are taught in English. But, there are a few courses that require French proficiency. The courses at this university require C1 English language level proficiency. Students can submit TOEFL / IELTS scores. The minimum scores required vary as per the courses at HEC Pa

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German language requirements is important when the students are opting for German taught courses, most of the MS Courses are taught in the English language. The students are required to have B2/C1 language proficiency. The accepted German language at Saarland University are –

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Most of the MS Courses offered at Saarland University are taught entirely in English. It is only important to know German Language for the students if they are choosing any German taught courses. The German language tests accepted at Saarland are –

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