IGNOU Launches MA Degree Course In Spanish; Check Eligibility And Fee Details

The School of Foreign Languages at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has introduced a Master’s Degree course in the Spanish language. The program aims to offer students comprehensive insights into Spanish culture, literature, and history. IGNOU highlights that the course includes practical modules such as translation studies, interpretation, and linguistics. The master degree program in Spanish has a duration of a minimum of two years to a maximum of four years. Students can opt out of the program after completing the first year. Study materials will be available in both digital and print formats. The course fee for this program is Rs 10,700.

Eligibility Criteria for IGNOU’s Spanish Master’s Program

School of Foreign Languages at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has outlined the eligibility criteria for its newly introduced Master’s degree course in the Spanish language. Prospective students must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish from a recognised university.

Alternatively, candidates with a graduation degree in any discipline are also eligible to apply. Proficiency in Spanish at the B-1 level (as per CFR) or possession of a Diploma in Spanish from a recognised institute is a prerequisite for admission to the program.

Significance of Pursuing a Master’s Course in Spanish

A Master’s degree in Spanish opens up employment opportunities in linguistic institutes, colleges, universities, travel agencies, tourism departments, and more. Graduates of this program can explore careers as translators, teachers, professors, interpreters, freelance writers, and public relations officers. The Spanish language, spoken in 21 countries worldwide, is used by approximately 480 million people.

About IGNOU

Indira Gandhi National Open University, commonly referred to as IGNOU, is a public distance learning institution based in Delhi, India. The university, named in honour of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, was founded in 1985 with a budget of Rs 20 million. Its establishment followed the passage of the Indira Gandhi National Open University Act, 1985, by the Parliament of India. IGNOU, the world’s largest Open University, offers distance and open education to diverse segments of society globally.