Overview:
“A different language is a different vision of life.” – Federico Fellini
The importance of learning any foreign language transcends the acquisition of linguistic skills; it opens doorways to new cultures, perspectives and opportunities. In this modern world, proficiency in a foreign language fosters effective communication, breaking down barriers and promoting understanding among diverse communities. Beyond the practical utility in global business and diplomacy, learning a foreign language enhances cognitive abilities, encouraging adaptability and creativity. Furthermore, mastering a second language instils cultural empathy, fostering relationships and collaboration on a global scale.
Vision:
Empower individuals to communicate basic language skills in different languages confidently through the foreign languages program.
Objectives
- Enhance Communication Skills in languages
- Prepare for International Careers
- Support Study Abroad Programs
- Increase Employability
- Enrich Personal and Professional Growth
Languages offered
SVECW always takes a step forward in fulfilling students’ needs. As a new step, foreign languages program was introduced in the year 2012 and has been continuing to date. The languages are: French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Korean. Trainers from Global Language Solutions, Chennai, conduct classes at the institution for certification.
Coordinator:
Name: Dr. G.J.V. Prasad
Designation: Assistant Professor of English
Email ID: Prasad.g.j.v@svecw.edu.in
Mobile No: 9912999146.
| Academic Year | No. of students trained in French |
| 2024-25 | 260 |
| 2023-24 | 258 |
| 2022-23 | 237 |
| 2019-20 | 160 |
| 2018-19 | 114 |
| 2017-18 | 52 |
| 2016-17 | 38 |
| 2015-16 | 18 |
| 2012-13 | 02 |
| Academic Year | No. of students trained in German |
| 2024-25 | 395 |
| 2023-24 | 263 |
| 2022-23 | 94 |
| 2019-20 | 109 |
| 2018-19 | 69 |
| 2017-18 | 32 |
| 2016-17 | 42 |
| 2015-16 | 42 |
| 2014-15 | 37 |
| 2012-13 | 03 |
| Academic Year | No. of students trained in Spanish |
| 2024-25 | 130 |
| 2023-24 | 252 |
| 2022-23 | 60 |
| 2019-20 | 56 |
| 2018-19 | 30 |
| 2017-18 | 11 |
| 2016-17 | 24 |
| 2015-16 | 24 |
| 2014-15 | 28 |
| 2013-14 | 20 |
| 2012-13 | 03 |
“In the language of cherry blossoms and precision, mastering Japanese unveils the profound beauty of a culture deeply rooted in discipline, respect, and technological mastery.”
Proficiency in Japanese language equips engineering students with a unique advantage, enabling seamless communication, cultural understanding and participation in global engineering projects, fostering a well-rounded and globally competitive skill set for great career prospects. In order to achieve this, SVECW introduced Japanese Basic Level, a sixty hour course in 2012.
Learners study a prescribed curriculum that includes basic writing systems, such as Hiragana and Katakana as well as vocabulary and expressions for greetings, self-introductions and everyday activities. Basic sentence patterns, present and past tense verb conjugations and necessary particles are all covered in grammar education. While reading and writing exercises help reinforce vocabulary and grammar. Speaking and listening activities concentrate on improving pronunciation, comprehension and conversational skills. In order to give context and foster cultural awareness, cultural subjects are interwoven. These are Japanese customs, traditions and etiquette. By the end of the course, students will be able to communicate simply in Japanese, comprehend simple written materials and common social settings.
348 B.Tech students have received Japanese language basic level training between 2012 and to date. Students receive training from the trainer of Global Language Solutions, Chennai. The final test is at the end of the course and certificates in Grades are given based on their performance.
| Academic Year | No. of students trained in Japanese |
| 2024-25 | 259 |
| 2023-24 | 195 |
| 2022-23 | 57 |
| 2019-20 | 10 |
| 2018-19 | 08 |
| 2017-18 | 14 |
| 2016-17 | 11 |
| 2015-16 | 31 |
| 2014-15 | 20 |
| 2012-13 | 02 |
“Learning Korean is like unlocking a door to a world where tradition meets technology, and each syllable carries the echo of a resilient and dynamic culture.”
Mastery of Korean for any engineering student opens up avenues to technological advancements, collaborations, and job opportunities in South Korea’s thriving industries, contributing to a globalized lucrative employment. With this objective, SVECW introduced Korean Basic Level, a sixty hours course in Foreign Language Training Program in 2018.
For Korean basic level, students follow a particular curriculum, learning the Korean writing system, Hangul, alongside introductory vocabulary and expressions for greetings, self-introductions, and basic daily interactions. Grammar instruction includes foundational concepts such as sentence structure, verb conjugations, basic particles and honorifics. Listening and speaking activities focus on pronunciation, comprehension and conversational skills; while reading and writing exercises reinforce vocabulary and grammar comprehension. Cultural elements, including customs, traditions, and social norms in Korean society, are integrated to provide context and cultural understanding. By the end of the course, students will be able to engage in simple conversations, understand basic written texts and communicate effectively in simple situations in Korean.
167 B.Tech students have been certified in Korean basic level since 2018. Trainers from Global Language Solutions, Chennai train the students and certificates are issued as per their performance in the test at the end of the training.
| Academic Year | No. of students trained in Korean |
| 2023-24 | 66 |
| 2022-23 | 62 |
| 2019-20 | 23 |
| 2018-19 | 16 |
