Minor in Hindi-Urdu

Our students become deft critical thinkers who understand Hindi-Urdu language, history, culture and literature, and who enjoy careers in business, journalism, politics, government, publishing and education.

Students who select the minor in Hindi-Urdu gain a basic understanding of the language, history, culture and literary traditions of India and Pakistan. The minor equips students with additional skills and knowledge that can then be applied to a variety of careers in our increasingly globalized society.

  • Learn about Hindi-Urdu, one of the most popular languages in the world
  • Explore the culture and traditions of India 
  • Complement your undergraduate studies with a minor

 

Top Green College

(Princeton Review, 2025)

 

No. 46 among public universities in the country

(U.S. News & World Report, 2026)

 

5 Nobel Laureates

Since 1989

Students are encouraged to spend an academic year, semester or summer abroad in Hyderabad, India

Refine your language skills in the Anderson Language Technology Center (ALTEC) with state-of-the-art equipment and a library of over 3,000 films from around the world

Gain an interdisciplinary education with professors from a variety of study areas

Be successful.

A minor in Hindi-Urdu provides students with specialized knowledge that gives them an edge in the global job market.

 

Broaden your employment possibilities with additional knowledge and skills gained from a minor

 

Analyst, foreign language teacher, journalist, correspondent, interpreter and translator are common opportunities to apply this minor

 

Work in business, commerce, journalism, politics, government, publishing or education

Academic Plan & Requirements

To earn the minor in Hindi-Urdu, students must complete a minimum of 19 credit hours of Hindi-Urdu language and literature courses.

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