WHO CAN OPT M.A URDU?

Students who have interest in learning different languages can opt for this course.

• Those who have a teaching career in mind can also try their hands at this course.
• Those who are looking for a career in the field of communication and journalism can also opt for the course.
• Those aiming at government jobs after masters can also opt for the course.

CAREER PROSPECTS

To produce students fluent in Urdu language and in depth knowledge of Urdu literature and who could not only read, write and speak excellent Urdu but have zeal to strive for its evolution in the world. The initial purpose is to introduce students with subjects that could develop in them to serve the nation through their national language as a teacher and journalist to build a good and responsible nation. To create in them the sense of a good citizen representing their true cultural values and civilization of this part of the world. Urdu plays a vital role in developing a well-educated society and to enhance creative skills. While at university, for example, many Urdu literature students write for student newspapers and magazines, and get involved with student radio or film societies, or volunteer in the community or local schools. Evidence of any skills gained from work experience and extracurricular activities, as well as through study, can help boost the job prospects. The skills you gain through studying an Urdu degree are marketable in most career areas. Mostly academia! You can either research or go for a teaching career. Since Urdu is one gem of a language and has a great literary history, there is a lot of scope for research!! As far as the money factor goes, it’s a myth that people in academics make less money! If you become a lecturer, you travel different places and be with people of great caliber. Some professions for Urdu literature students are:

• Teaching (Urdu language)
• Media houses (Radio, newspapers and television channels)
• Offices (for writing, translating, publishing, editing and proof reading)
• Information officers
• Public relation officer
• Record manager
• Administrator
• Advertising copy writer
• Content writer
• Magazine journalist
• Newspaper journalist
• News writer
• Novelist
• Editorial assistant