In today’s globalized world, fluency in foreign languages is a key asset, and French stands out as a gateway to numerous career opportunities. KIIT’s B.A. (H) French program is designed to equip students with strong communication skills in French, preparing them for the dynamic demands of international job markets such as translation, interpretation, teaching, tourism, and international relations. As one of the world’s most widely spoken languages, French proficiency enhances employability in multinational companies, diplomatic services, and NGOs. KIIT’s BA (H) French students can benefit from scholarships and opportunities such as the Assistant d’anglais program, allowing them to teach English in France, the La Fémis scholarship for film studies, and the prestigious Eiffel Excellence Scholarship for higher education. Additionally, exchange programs with top French universities further enrich their academic journey and cultural exposure. These opportunities not only enhance students’ learning experience but also equip them with practical skills and global perspectives, ensuring they are well-prepared for successful careers in today’s international job market.

• French is the second most widely studied language globally after English
• Spoken by 76.8 million people worldwide, French is an official language of 29 countries
• French is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
• France is the 9th largest foreign investor in India with more than 1,000 French establishments already present in India.
• France is one of the top three most popular European countries for international students. Every year, more than 5,000 students go to France from India.
• French is a career asset in many sectors which includes tourism and hospitality, export and import, banking and finance, fashion, retailing, automotive, luxury goods, aeronautics, international business, diplomatic service, education, and many more.
• French international brands such as Axa, BNP Paribas, Orange, Airbus, Alstom, Alcatel, Louis Vuitton, L’Oréal, Christian Dior, Chanel, Carrefour, Peugeot, Michelin etc. are aspirations of millions worldwide

Official language in: Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Canada, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, France, Gabon, Guinea, Haiti, Ivory Coast, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Mali, Monaco, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Switzerland, Togo, Vanuatu
Regional language in: Belgium, Italy (in Aosta Valley), Spain, UK (Guernsey and Jersey)
Minority language in: Andorra, Spain
National language in: Mauritius
Widely spoken in: Algeria, Mauritania

The NEP 2020 aims to reform education by aligning local and international standards, reducing dropouts, and increasing employability. The Department of Language & Literature, School of Liberal Studies has designed a Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) in French for 2025, integrating literary studies with soft skills and vocational training. The flexible structure allows multiple exit and re-entry points, offering certificates, diplomas, or degrees. It combines literature with pragmatic courses to enhance employability, while fostering critical thinking, leadership and research skills. The final year focuses on preparing students for advanced research and doctoral studies.

Students who complete the B.A. (Hons.) Programme will achieve the following outcomes:

• PO1: Cultivate disciplinary expertise in the language and literature for clear and coherent expression.
• PO2: Achieve multicultural competence by exploring the diversity, fostering intercultural sensitivity.
• PO3: Enhance listening and reading comprehension through authentic audio-visual materials, building interpretive skills essential for academic and professional settings.
• PO3: Apply language skills in real-life contexts, enhancing speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities to improve opportunities in global and local markets.
• PO4: Develop skills to describe situations, preferences, and express ideas coherently to strengthen effective communication for various professional scenarios.
• PO5: Hone critical, reflective, and analytical thinking to evaluate texts and media, preparing students for complex problem-solving and analytical roles.
• PO6: Cultivate research skills to analyze and investigate, equipping students for research-based roles or further academic pursuits.
• PO7: Increase employability through global awareness and ethical understanding, positioning students for careers that require linguistic proficiency and cultural sensitivity..

The UG programme will consist of the following categories of courses and the minimum credit requirements for 3-year UG and 4-year UG (Honours) or UG (Honours with Research) programmes are given below (FYUP UGC NEP 2020, P. 19-20):

Table 1: Minimum Credit Requirements to Award Degree under Each Category

*Note: Honours students not undertaking research will do 3 courses for 12 credits in lieu of a research project / Dissertation.

Major: The major discipline is the primary focus of study, and the degree will be conferred in that specific discipline. Students are required to attain the designated number of credits by completing core courses within the major discipline.

Minor: Minor Courses enable students to develop a more comprehensive understanding beyond their major discipline.

CBCS: The Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) permits students to select courses from a variety of options and earn credits upon successful completion of those courses. This system is structured to offer flexibility, allowing students to pursue their interests and leverage their strengths.

Credit: A course credit refers to the weightage that a course carries.e of an educational course, frequently employed to assess if the criteria for an academic award have been fulfilled.

L-T-P: This refers to the distribution of credits: Lecture (L), Tutorial (T) and Practical (P).

Skill Enhancement Courses: Courses aimed at fostering practical skills, hands-on training, soft skills that aim to increase the employability of the students.

Ability Enhancement Courses: These courses are designed to empower students in gaining and showcasing fundamental linguistic abilities, such as critical reading, expository writing, and academic writing skills. These skills assist students in expressing their arguments and communicating their thoughts with clarity.

Multidisciplinary Courses: Courses students can choose from different disciplines to enhance their intellectual experience and broaden their knowledge.

Value Added Courses: Value Added Courses impart students with valuable knowledge and skills that complement their core studies.

Internship/ Vocational Courses/ Projects: These immersive learning experiences offer students the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge and skills in practical fields.

UG CERTIFICATE

Students who opt to exit after completion of the first year and have secured 40 credits will be awarded a UG certificate if, in addition, they complete one vocational course of 4 credits during the summer vacation of the first year. These students are allowed to re-enter the degree programme within three years and complete the degree programme within the stipulated maximum period of seven years.

UG DIPLOMA

Students who opt to exit after completion of the second year and have secured 80 credits will be awarded the UG diploma if, in addition, they complete one vocational course of 4 credits during the summer vacation of the second year. These students are allowed to re-enter (Placeholder1) within a period of three years and complete the degree

programme within the maximum period of seven years.

3-YEAR UG DEGREE

Students who wish to undergo a 3-year UG programme will be awarded UG Degree in the Major discipline after successful completion of three years, securing 120 credits and satisfying the minimum credit requirement as given in table 1 (Section 5).

4-YEAR UG DEGREE (HONOURS)

A four-year UG Honours degree in the major discipline will be awarded to those who complete a four-year degree programme with 160 credits and have satisfied the credit requirements as given in table 1.

4-YEAR UG DEGREE (HONOURS WITH RESEARCH)

Students who secure 75% marks and above in the first six semesters and wish to undertake research at the undergraduate level can choose a research stream in the fourth year. They should do a research project or dissertation under the guidance of a faculty member of the University/College. The research project/dissertation will be in the major discipline. The students who secure 160 credits, including 12 credits from a research project/dissertation, are awarded UG Degree (Honours with Research).

UG DEGREE PROGRAMMES WITH SINGLE MAJOR

A student has to secure a minimum of 50% credits from the major discipline for the 3-year/ 4-year UG degree to be awarded a single major. For example, in a 3-year UG programme, if the total number of credits to be earned is 120, a student of English with a minimum of 60 credits will be awarded a B. A. in English with a single major. Similarly, in a 4-year UG programme, if the total number of credits to be earned is 160, a student of English with a minimum of 80 credits will be awarded a B. A. (Hons./ Hon. with Research) in English in a 4-year UG programme with single major.

The performance of the student will be assessed throughout the semester. Evaluation is based on Internal Assessment, Continuous Internal Assessments (CIA) and End-Semester Examination.

1. Internal Evaluation: 50 marks
1.1. Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA): 30 marks
1.2. Mid Semester Examination: 20 marks

2. End-Semester Examination: 50 marks