Ignou Certificate Language courses. The School of Foreign Languages at IGNOU offers a range of language courses for students interested in learning a new language or improving their existing language skills. The courses offered include Certificate courses in Spanish, Korean, Russian, French, German, and Persian, among others. The School of Foreign Languages is one of the 21 Schools of Studies at IGNOU, established in 2007. The courses offered through the School of Foreign Languages are available through distance learning, regular on-campus classes, or online.
The admission and eligibility criteria for language courses offered by IGNOU vary depending on the specific course. For example, to enrol in the Certificate in the Persian Language course, candidates must have completed 10+2 or be 18 years of age. On the other hand, to enrol in the Language Diploma course in German, candidates must possess an undergraduate degree or have studied German previously. The admission process for language courses at IGNOU includes fresh admission for distance and online learning, re-registration, term-end exams, and entrance exams.
The study material and course structure for language courses at IGNOU are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the language and its cultural context. The study material for each course is available in the form of books, audio-visual aids, and online resources. The course structure includes a combination of theory and practical components, including assignments, projects, and exams. The duration of each course varies from a minimum of six months to a maximum of two years, depending on the course and the student’s pace of learning. Overall, the language courses offered by IGNOU provide students with a flexible and accessible way to learn a new language or improve their language skills.
Certificate in German Language
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 2,500
Eligibility:
Adults who have successfully completed 10+2 and 18 years of age.
Note: Registration fee is Rs 200
It is a bilingual (German, English) radio and video programme supported by:
– Radio Lessons
– German worksheet with CD
– Worksheets and video films (contact sessions)
– Face-to-face counseling sessions at designated
This programme is offered in collaboration with the Goethe Institut/Max Mueller Bhawan, New Delhi.
Certificate in Persian Language
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 1,800
Eligibility:
Adults who have successfully completed 10+2 or 18 years of age.
Note: Registration fee is Rs 200
This programme aims at acquainting the beginners with essential rudiments of the Persian Language, and gradually and systematically inculcates in them an ability to speak, write and read the language with a certain degree of accuracy and confidence.
Certificate in Arabic Language
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 1,800
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligibility:
10+2, Or Minimum 18 years of age
Medium of Instruction: Arabic and English
Job/Future Prospects
Certificate in Arabic language (CAL) Programme will train the learners for the following positions.
- Translators and interpreters (Basic level)
- Private Secretary
- Personal Assistant
- Medical Tourism
- Tourist Guide
- Jobs in MNCs/TNCs
- Jobs in Gulf Countries/Arabic speaking Nations
Dr. Mohammad Saleem
Assistant Professor in Arabic
E-mail: saleem@ignou.ac.in
Contact no.: 09013741887, 011-29571637
Certificate in Russian Language
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 2,500
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Programme Fee For SAARC Students in INR (Rs.): 4,000.00/- Full Programme
Programme Fee For NON SAARC Students in US($): 200.00/- for Full Programme
(Note: Exam Fees is not included in Fee Structure it will be as decided by the University)
Job/Future Prospects
After successful completion of the course, learners will be get jobs in Tour & Travels, IT & Hospitality sector, MNCs, BPOs & KPOs, Pharmaceuticals, Gems & Jewellery, Defense, Banking & Finance etc. Additionally, all learners will be having an added advantage in their respective fields.
Certificate in Spanish Language and Culture
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 4,500
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligibility:
The Certificate in Spanish Language and Culture (CSLCOL) is meant for young adults, working people, research scholars and everyone who have completed 10+2 or equivalent with knowledge of English who want to learn Spanish and have no prior knowledge of this language.
Medium of Instruction: English/Spanish
Programme Fee for National Students in INR(Rs.): 4500.00/-Full Programme
Programme Fee for SAARC Students in INR(Rs.): 7,500.00/- Full Programme
Programme Fee for NON SAARC Students in US($): 500.00/- for Full Programme
(Note: Exam Fees is not included in Fee Structure it will be as decided by the University)
Certificate in French Language
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 6,600
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligibility:
10+2 or Equivalent
Programme Fee for SAARC Students in INR(Rs.): 10,000.00/- Full Programme
Programme Fee for NON SAARC Students in US($): 700.00/- for Full Programme
(Note: Exam Fees is not included in Fee Structure it will be as decided by the University)
Certificate in Japanese Language
Minimum Duration: 1 Year
Maximum Duration: 3 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 5,400
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligibility:
- 10+2, Minimum 18 years of age.
- The Certificate in Japanese Language is a year programme of 16 Credits. The program aims to provide beginners with the basics of Japanese Language. The objective of the programme is to introduce learners to the basics of Japanese grammar and phonetics so that they can read, write, listen and speak Japanese in an accurate manner. The programme is bilingual (Japanese /English) in medium and has Self Learning Material integrated with Audio-Visual components (prospective learners can access the e-content by following the given link http://egyankosh.ac.in/handle/123456789/48657), which will further enhance their leaning capacity. The Programme will enable learners to speak and write Japanese with confidence in their daily communications.
- Medium of Instruction: Japanese and English
- Programme Coordinator:
- Mr. Shivaji Bhaskar,
- Assistant Professor
- Ph: 011-29571640
- Mobile No: +91-9810018240
- Email: shivajibhaskar@ignou.ac.in
Certificate in Korean Language & Culture
- Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 2,500
Minimum Age: 18 Years - Eligibility:
- 10+2, Minimum 18 years of age.
- The Certificate in Korean Language & Culture is six- month programme of 16 Credits. The programme aims at providing beginners with basics of Korean Language. The objective of the programme is to introduce learners to the basics of Korean grammar and phonetics so that they can read, write, listen and speak Korean in an accurate manner. The programme is bilingual (Korean/English) in medium and has Self Learning Material integrated with Audio-Visual components (prospective learners can access the e-content by following the given link http://egyankosh.ac.in/handle/123456789/48660), which will further enhance their leaning capacity. The Programme will enable learners to speak and write Korean with confidence in their daily communications.
- Medium of Instruction: Korean and English
Saral Sanskrit Bodh/Online
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 1,500
Eligibility:
12th Class pass or equivalent
Learners who will be proficient in Sanskrit speech could get a chance to learn Sanskrit texts. This online certificate programme can be extend in to Online PG Diploma programme in future.
Programme Coordinator:
Dr. Asheesh Kumar, Assistant Professor (SOH) IGNOU, email: asheeshkr @ignou.ac.in
Certificate in Urdu Language
Minimum Duration: 6 Months
Maximum Duration: 2 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 1,200
Eligibility:
10+2
Fee Structure: Rs. 1200+ Rs. 200 Registration fee
This programme is meant for Urdu and Hindi speakers who want to learn how to read , write and correctly speak Urdu .The focus is on all the four skills :Listening, Speaking Reading and Writing.
The aim is to improve accuracy and promote fluency in the students . There will be a CD will be included in the course material to help the student with listening comprehension, speaking skills, using cultural vocabulary and pronunciation. Each course has eight (8) credits.
M.A. French
Minimum Duration: 2 Years
Maximum Duration: 4 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 12,500
Eligibility:
Candidates seeking admission to the M.A. French programme should fulfil ONE of the following categories :
A) Three (03) Years Bachelors Programme (Undergraduate Degree) in French (French Hons) from any recognized Indian or Foreign University.
OR
B) Any Undergraduate Degree from a recognized Indian or Foreign University with Four (04) semesters (02 years) of French as major subject at Undergraduate Level + Diploma in French (B1 level) from a recognized Indian/Foreign University or Certified Institution.
OR
C) Any Undergraduate Degree from a recognized Indian or Foreign University with Three (03) years UGC prescribed Advanced Diploma in French (Level B2) from a recognized Indian/Foreign University or Certified Institution as per university regulations.
Fee Structure: Fees for the full period to be paid is Rs.12,500/- with year-wise fee of Rs.6,225/- each. In the first year it is Rs. 6225/- which includes Registration Fee as per University regulations.
Lateral Entry Permitted
The program has been developed in response to the high learner demand wishing to complete an M.A. degree in one of the most opted for foreign languages in India. It is designed as a modern learner friendly Masters program in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Mode (to be subsequently offered in Online Mode too)
TARGET LEARNERS
The M.A. French (modular) programme targets students and professionals who :–
– Have completed graduation and are employed wishing to continue studies along with work
– Wish to continue advanced degrees in French Studies but in restrictive life conditions with limited mobility
– Want to resume Postgraduate studies after a considerable break in learning cycles
– Are in full time employment and looking for more flexible and learner-centric pedagogic models of Education
– International students willing to pursue M.A. French in ODL/ Online mode.
– Learners who are willing to join the teaching profession.
– Those wanting to appear at the UGC- NET Exams in India.
– Indian & International learners desirous of pursuing subsequently higher research degree programs in French.
Programme Coordinator:
Dr. Deepanwita Srivastava
Associate Professor (French)
Ph: 011-29571639
Email: deepan@ignou.ac.in
Master of Arts (Russian)
Duration: 2 Years
Maximum Duration: 4 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 10,800
Course code-MARUS
Eligibility:
B.A. in Russian or Graduate in any Discipline with Advance Diploma/Certificate in Russian
M.A. Arabic
Duration: 2 Years
Maximum Duration: 4 Years
Course Fee: Rs. 10,800
Course Code-MAARB
Eligibility:
B.A. in Arabic/Graduation in any Discipline with Advanced Diploma in Arabic/Diploma in Arabic/Certificate in Arabic with deep interest in Arabic.
Target Learners:
- Professionals working in different fields of life like MNCs/TNCS/or willing to work in Embassies, Medical Tourism, and International Organizations.
- Students are willing to supplement their knowledge with Arabic.
- Professionals in the Gulf holding Diploma/Advanced Diploma and Graduation degrees and willing to have an MA in Arabic.
- Women graduates from across the country who are not able to attend regular/face-to-face sessions in Universities/Colleges.
- Madrasa graduates from remote corners of the country who are not able to afford Arabic learning in Big Cities/Metros.