About the Department

The Department of Tamil is one of the oldest and most prestigious departments of Sri Vasavi College, established in the year of the institution’s inception. With a rich legacy of academic excellence and cultural heritage, the department has been instrumental in promoting the Tamil language, literature and values among generations of students.

The department takes pride in nurturing linguistic competence, creative expression, and cultural consciousness. It serves as a vital centre for the preservation and dissemination of Tamil literature, grammar, folklore and modern writings, encouraging both academic research and artistic expression.

The faculty members are highly qualified, passionate about teaching, and actively involved in literary forums, seminars, and publications. The department continues to play a key role in preserving Tamil heritage while aligning its curriculum with modern linguistic studies.

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Tamil (B.A. Tamil) is a three-year undergraduate programme designed to provide in-depth knowledge of classical and modern Tamil literature, grammar, linguistics and comparative studies.

The course develops students’ abilities in critical analysis, creative writing, translation, and research methodology. It also focuses on fostering communication skills and interpretative abilities that are essential in the fields of education, media and public administration.

The programme offers a comprehensive understanding of Tamil from the Sangam era to contemporary literature, enabling students to appreciate its evolution, aesthetics and relevance in modern society.

About the Curriculum

The curriculum of B.A. Tamil follows the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) prescribed by Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. It is carefully structured to balance literary appreciation, linguistic skills and cultural knowledge.

Key components include:

• Classical Tamil Literature: Sangam, Epic and Post-Sangam texts.

• Modern Tamil Literature: Poetry, short stories, novels and dramas.

• Tamil Grammar & Linguistics: Structure, syntax and phonetics.

• Comparative Literature: Tamil and other Dravidian/Indian literatures.

• Translation Studies and Journalism: Practical exposure to writing and editing.

• Project Work & Viva-Voce: Applied learning and literary analysis.

Students are also encouraged to participate in seminars, poetry competitions, and cultural events that enhance appreciation of the Tamil literary tradition.

About the Lab / Language Resource Centre

The Language Resource Centre under the Department of Tamil is equipped with modern digital tools and audio-visual resources that enhance language learning and communication.

Students use multimedia software to improve pronunciation, listening and literary appreciation through interactive sessions.

The lab supports translation practice, creative writing workshops, and digital archiving of Tamil manuscripts and rare texts. This combination of traditional and technological learning helps students experience the beauty of Tamil in new dimensions.