Minor in Hindi-Urdu

Our students become deft critical thinkers who understand Hindi-Urdu language, history, culture and literature, and who enjoy careers in business, journalism, politics, government, publishing and education.

Students who select the minor in Hindi-Urdu gain a basic understanding of the language, history, culture and literary traditions of India and Pakistan. The minor equips students with additional skills and knowledge that can then be applied to a variety of careers in our increasingly globalized society.

  • Learn about Hindi-Urdu, one of the most popular languages in the world
  • Explore the culture and traditions of India 
  • Complement your undergraduate studies with a minor

Students are encouraged to spend an academic year, semester or summer abroad in Hyderabad, India

Refine your language skills in the Anderson Language Technology Center (ALTEC) with state-of-the-art equipment and a library of over 3,000 films from around the world

Gain an interdisciplinary education with professors from a variety of study areas

Be successful.

A minor in Hindi-Urdu provides students with specialized knowledge that gives them an edge in the global job market.

 

Broaden your employment possibilities with additional knowledge and skills gained from a minor

 

Analyst, foreign language teacher, journalist, correspondent, interpreter and translator are common opportunities to apply this minor

 

Work in business, commerce, journalism, politics, government, publishing or education

Academic Plan & Requirements

To earn the minor in Hindi-Urdu, students must complete a minimum of 19 credit hours of Hindi-Urdu language and literature courses.

Community & Involvement

We offer students many opportunities to network with peers and faculty, further their studies, and get the most out of their undergraduate experience.

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