Kannada
Duration
Eligibility
Open to:
- Students
- Faculty Members
- Research Scholars
of Presidency University.
- Suitable for both beginners and learners with prior knowledge of Kannada
- Develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills
- Focus on grammar, vocabulary, and everyday communication
- Introduction to Kannada literature and folklore
- Practical classroom activities, conversations, and role plays
- Enhances cultural awareness and regional engagement
Programme Overview
The Kannada Language Certificate Programme is designed to help learners develop proficiency in Kannada through structured instruction in reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and literature. Catering to both beginners and learners with prior knowledge of the language, the programme provides a strong foundation in everyday communication while also offering opportunities to explore Kannada literature, culture, and applied language skills.
The programme promotes effective communication in regional contexts, strengthens cultural understanding, and enables learners to engage confidently in academic, professional, and social settings. It is ideal for anyone looking to integrate into Karnataka's linguistic and cultural landscape while enhancing their language proficiency.
Why Choose this Programme?
Kannada is the official language of Karnataka and plays an important role in everyday life, higher education, and professional interactions across the state. This programme combines practical language learning with cultural appreciation, enabling learners to communicate confidently while gaining insights into Kannada literature, traditions, and contemporary society.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:
- Read and write Kannada with improved accuracy.
- Communicate confidently in everyday situations.
- Build a strong vocabulary and apply grammatical concepts effectively.
- Understand and appreciate Kannada literature, folklore, and cultural traditions.
- Develop analytical and communication skills through literary and language-based learning.
- Use Kannada effectively in academic, professional, and social environments.
Skills You Will Gain
- Kannada Reading
- Kannada Writing
- Spoken Kannada
- Listening Skills
- Grammar and Vocabulary
- Conversational Communication
- Literary Appreciation
- Cultural Awareness
- Critical Thinking
- Regional Communication Skills
Course Modules
- Kannada Alphabet and Pronunciation
- Reading and Writing Skills
- Grammar and Sentence Construction
- Parts of Speech, Tenses, and Usage
- Everyday Conversations and Functional Communication
- Kannada Proverbs and Expressions
- Introduction to Kannada Literature
- Poetry, Short Stories, Essays, and Folklore
- Business and Professional Communication in Kannada
Career & Academic Benefits
Learning Kannada helps participants communicate effectively within Karnataka and enhances opportunities in education, administration, business, customer service, public engagement, and community outreach. The programme also strengthens cultural competence and regional language proficiency, valuable across academic and professional domains.
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive a Kannada Language Certificate from Presidency University.
Who Should Enrol?
- Students who wish to learn or improve Kannada
- Faculty Members
- Research Scholars
- Non-native speakers living or studying in Karnataka
- Learners interested in Kannada language, literature, and culture


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