BA (Hons) Hindi - GI300 (Full Time)
1.
Objectives
The degree programme is designed to provide knowledge and competence in the fields of
language, Literature and society and prepare students at undergraduate level for specialisation in a
number of professions in such sectors as teaching, the services, media and industry.
2.
General Entry Requirements
In accordance with the University General Entry Requirements for admission to undergraduate
Programmes.
3.
Programme Requirements
Hindi with at least Grade C at A Level
4.
Programme Duration
Normal
3 years
(6 semesters)
Degree
5.
Maximum
5 years
(10 semesters)
Minimum Credits Required for Degree Award – 105
Breakdown as follows:
Core
Modules
Degree
6.
66
Dissertation
9
Electives
Compulsory
Electives
CSE 1010e
9
18
3
Credits per year
Minimum 18 credits, Maximum 48 credits, subject to regulation 4.
Students should register for Yearly modules and Semester modules, only at the start of the module, at the
beginning of the academic year.
7.
Assessment
Each module can be taught in one semester only or throughout the two semesters (yearly modules).
Each module will be assessed over 100 marks and will be as follows (unless otherwise specified):
Written Examination for all modules will be carried out at the end of the academic year except for
semester modules (unless otherwise stated).
Assessment will be based on a written examination of 2 to 3-hour duration (normally a paper of 2
hour duration for modules carrying less or equal to three credits, and 3 hour paper for modules
carrying six credits) and on continuous assessment done during the semester or year.
The continuous assessment will count for 30% marks of the module. It may be based on seminars,
practical work and / or assignments and should include at least one class test.
An overall total of 40% for combined continuous assessment and Written Examination components
would be required to pass the module, without minimum thresholds within the individual continuous
assessment and written examination.
8.
List of Modules BA (Hons) Hindi (Full Time)
Code
Module Name
Hrs/Wk Credits
L+P
CORE
HIN 1001Y (1)
HIN 1002Y (1)
HIN 1003Y (1)
HIN 1004Y (1)
HIN 2001Y (3)
HIN 2002Y (3)
HIN 2003Y (3)
HIN 2004Y (3)
HIN 3001Y (5)
HIN 3002Y (5)
HIN 3003Y (5)
HIN 3000Y (5)
Study and Use of Hindi Language
Literary Theory and Forms of Literature
Hindi Fiction
General Linguistics and Structure of Hindi
Medieval Hindi Poetry
Hindi Prose
Mauritian Hindi Literature
History of Hindi Literature
Modern Hindi Poetry
Media and Translation Studies
Hindi Drama
Dissertation
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
9
Fundamentals of Sanskrit Grammar and
Literature
Overview of Indian Thought and Sanskrit
Influence on Hindi Literature
Mauritian Studies: Literature and Society
Mauritian Studies: Contemporary Issues
Developing Language skills in English
3+0
6
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
6
3
3
6
CORE ELECTIVES
SKT 2011Y (3)
SKT 3011Y (5)
MST 2122 (3)
MST 3123 (5)
ENG1012Y(1)
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MODULE
CSE 1010e (1)
Introduction to Information Technology
3+0
3
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3
ELECTIVES
1 Elective from other departments at the MGI
INPH 1131 (1)
BHLC 1100 (1)
INMU 1220 (1)
INMU 1221 (1)
INMU 1223 (1)
MST 1221 (1)
MSAN 10 (1)
9.
Main Aspects of Indian Philosophy
An Introduction to Bhojpuri
Introduction to Rhythm
Introduction to Indian Classical Dance
Appreciation of Carnatic Music
Mauritian Studies: Overview of
history
Introduction to Social Anthropology
3+0
3+0
Programme Plan BA (Hons) Hindi (Full Time)
Code
YEAR I
Core
Module Name
Hrs/Wk
HIN 1001Y(1)
HIN 1002Y(1)
HIN 1003Y(1)
HIN 1004Y(1)
CSE 1010e(1)
ENG 1012Y(1)
Study and Use of Hindi Language
Literary Theory and Forms of Literature
Hindi Fiction
General Linguistics and Structure of Hindi Language
Information Technology
Developing Language skills in English
One Elective from other departments at the MGI
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
Sub Total
Credits
6
6
6
6
3
6
3
36
YEAR 2
HIN 2001Y(3)
HIN 2002Y(3)
HIN 2003Y(3)
HIN 2004Y(3)
MST 2122(3)
MST 3123(3)
SKT 2011Y(3)
Medieval Hindi Poetry
Hindi Prose
Mauritian Hindi Literature
History of Hindi Literature
Mauritian Studies: Literature & Society
Mauritian Studies: Contemporary Issues
Fundamental of Sanskrit Grammar and Literature
Sub Total
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
3+0
6
6
6
6
3
3
6
36
YEAR 3
HIN 3001Y(5)
HIN 3002Y(5)
HIN 3003Y(5)
SKT 3011Y(5)
HIN 3000Y(5)
Modern Hindi Poetry
Media and Translation Studies
Hindi Drama
Overview of Indian Thought and Sanskrit Influence
on Hindi Literature
Dissertation
Sub Total
Grand Total
3+0
3+0
3+0
6
6
6
3+0
6
9
33
105
NB:
(1) The University of Mauritius and Mahatma Gandhi Institute reserve the right not to offer certain
electives if the critical number of students is not attained and/ or for reason of resource constraint,
and subject to approval by the department.
(2) In year I, the IT module (CSE 1010e) is compulsory.
(3) Electives from other departments at the MGI: students should take non-Hindi Studies modules from
other departments at the MGI listed on the previous page.