Hindi

Language Program
239 Cowell College
(831) 459-2054
http://language.ucsc.edu

Program Description

Hindi and Urdu are the national languages of India and Pakistan. They are virtually identical in grammar and as spoken languages, but they differ substantially in vocabulary and use different writing systems. Students interested in acquiring proficiency in Hindi/Urdu can enroll in beginning and intermediate courses. The sequence of courses is aimed at enabling students to gain proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Classes are taught in Hindi from the beginning level, with Urdu script offered as an elective.

Students may select a minor in Southeast Asian studies through the History Department or an individual major in South and Southeast Asian studies through their college.
Further information can be found under South and Southeast Asian Studies.

Campus Language Laboratories and Placement Exams

Information about these topics can be found on Language Program.