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BA Honours in Tamil and Tamil Language Teaching

  • Duration : 04 Years
  • Course Fee : Rs. 74,000.00

FOR WHOM

This programme is meant for those who wish to enhance their understanding and appreciation of the Tamil Language and its Literature. It is of special relevance to:

  • Teachers who are currently employed in state/private primary, secondary and higher education institutions who wish to upgrade their qualifications and are involved in continuous professional development
  • Those who wish to enter the field of teaching Tamil as a First Language
  • Those who wish to enter the field of teaching Tamil as a Second Language
  • Those who wish to gain ahonours degree qualification in Tamil and Tamil Language Teaching from a recognized institution

BROCHURE – English

BROCHURE – Tamil

Conducted by:
Dept. of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Programme Duration :
4 Years
Medium :
Tamil

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  1. A minimum of three passes at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination with Tamil as a subject; or
  2. A minimum of three passes at the G.C.E. (A/L) in the Tamil medium, with at least a B grade in Tamil and Tamil Literature at the G.C.E. (O/L); or
  3. Successfully completed the National Diploma in Teaching (Tamil) from a National College of Education; or
  4. An equivalent or higher qualification acceptable to the Senate.

Level 3

Registration Fee Rs. 500.00
Facility Fee Rs.2,500.00
Library Facility Fee Rs. 100.00
Start@OUSL Fee Rs. 8500.00
For 30 credits Rs. 62,400.00
(Rs.2,080 per credit)              ——————
Total Rs. 74,000.00

 

Note:

1. This fees structure is subject to change.
2. Those who fail examinations are required to re-register and pay for the courses which they have to repeat.

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  • Last updated :June 16, 2026

Contact Details

This programme is conducted by the Department of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Address :
Department of Language Studies, Faculty of HSS
Contact :
0112 881 035/ 0112 881 406/ 0775 157 154
Email :
Contact Programme Coordinator

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