SOL launches certificate courses in 8 foreign languages
New Delhi: For students aspiring to master a foreign language while balancing their regular studies or professional commitments,
's School of Open Learning (SOL) is offering a flexible new opportunity.
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This year, for the first time, SOL launched certificate courses in eight foreign languages, inviting learners to step into a world of new cultures, careers, and connections. From Japanese to Spanish, and from French to Mandarin, the doors are open — and the race for admissions has officially begun.
Interested candidates can submit their applications online till July 12. Following the application process, the first merit list will be published on July 17, while counselling and admissions based on the merit list will be conducted from July 18 to 20.
The courses are being offered under the Centre for Indian Foreign Languages (CIFL), a specialised unit within SOL. This year, certificate-level programmes are available, and from the next academic year, diploma-level admissions will also be introduced, offering a pathway for students to deepen their proficiency.
The eight languages being offered are Japanese, Korean, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin (Chinese), and Russian — languages that are increasingly sought after in global job markets and academic circles.
"Recognising the diverse needs of learners, especially working professionals and college students, the classes will be conducted in a hybrid format, combining both offline and online sessions. Moreover, most classes will be scheduled on weekends, ensuring flexibility without compromising on the quality of instruction," said an official.
The academic delivery of these programmes is overseen by faculty from Department of Romance Studies and Department of East Asian Studies, and the courses are approved by University Grants Commission.
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After completing the certificate course, students will have the opportunity to enrol in more advanced diploma-level courses in the same language.
Admissions are open to all candidates who completed their Class XII education. Notably, there is no entrance exam; selection will be based purely on merit, allowing a fair and accessible entry process for all eligible applicants. These new courses were approved during the university's academic council meeting last month.
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