The B.A.Tamilology programme is designed to give students, the academic and technical skills in broad areas. The programme combines the precise training in methods of teaching Tamil Language and practice with the Literature and applied Tamil Language. It teaches students a wide range of knowledge and skills that are valuable for careers in government schools, private schools, Universities and Media related organizations.

Program Aim

The primary aims of the programme are:

• Nurture future teachers who are responsive to the needs of teaching and learning Tamil.
• Develop students to be competent individuals, equipped with language proficiency and other necessary skills to teach Tamil effectively.
• Cultivate students to become responsible individuals with integrated personality who can act as role models in reporting, writing, stage performing to the future generation.

Career Opportunities

The B.A.Tamilology is in high demand for employers in a variety of Tamil Language such as teaching and Media. It provides students with thorough knowledge of Tamil Language by equipping the students with a detailed understanding and skill that is applicable to the workplace and beneficial to the graduate. Possible career options are:

• University or College Lecturer
• High School Teacher
• Resource person for any Tamil language Skill development program
• Editor or Sub Editor Newspapers
• Journalist
• Writer