Advantage - ASL

  • ASL offers Value Added Course in Foreign Language to all university students.
  • Under the CBCS scheme ASL offers Minor Track Programmes: English Literature; French Studies; Shakespearean Literature; Spanish Studies and Chinese Studies to all students at the university.
  • Apart from imparting holistic education to the students of languages, ASL assures placement to each graduating student through its well-developed Industry Advisory Council (IAC) at the departmental level and through the Corporate Research Centre (CRC) at the university level.
  • The Cine Feel Foreign Language movie projection in the evening hours, twice a semester, provides the Foreign Language students with both verbal and non-verbal understanding of different foreign cultures.
  • Language Exhibitions form an exciting platform for the ASL students to showcase their research works in the form of posters, models, paintings on themes pertaining to their curricula.
  • ASL students have fun time in the Melas where they put up their handmade innovative games, objects, recipes (pertaining to one of the Foreign Languages and Cultures in their curricula) and sell them.
  • ASL owns Litro-cultural club which engages students in constructive activities after the classes. Activities include poetry recitation sessions, sharing of book reading experience of the students with faculty members and friends. Debate on current affairs is also being contemplated.
  • The department organizes regular activities pertaining to community connection; it aims to connect our students with socially under privileged sections of society with the aim of educating them.
  • ASL has highly qualified and experienced faculty members who have contributed numerous research papers to national and international journals of repute. Faculty members intellectually contribute by delivering talks, chairing sessions in conferences/ seminars in national and international universities. They take part in curriculum designing and authoring /reviewing/translating books as well.

Webinar on Critical Perspectives of Commonwealth Literature

French Spell Bee Contest

Cinefeel Show Spanish Movie 2022

Webinar in Career opportunities in abroad

 

Advantages of Institute

  • ASLA conducts regular invited Guest Lectures and workshops for its students throughout the semester to provide value addition apart from their classroom learning.

Collaborations and Training Visits

  • ASLA offers collaborations with Arizona State University, USA and Wilfred Laurier University, Canada to provide its students with an international exposure and an opportunity to interact with international students and academia.

Choice Based Credit System

  • At ASLA, we offer students Department Electives under the choice based credit system.

Liberal arts education is an approach to learning that emphasizes a well-rounded and holistic development of individuals by exposing them to a wide range of subjects, including literature, arts, humanities and social sciences. The importance and purpose of a liberal arts education can be understood from several perspectives:

1. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Liberal arts education encourages students to think critically, analyze information, and develop effective problem-solving skills. By engaging with diverse subjects, students learn to approach complex issues from multiple angles and develop the ability to synthesize and evaluate information.

2. Communication Skills: Studying liberal arts subjects hones communication skills, both written and verbal. Students learn to express their ideas clearly and persuasively, which is essential in professional and personal contexts.

3. Adaptability and Lifelong Learning: A liberal arts education provides a foundation for lifelong learning and adaptability. Graduates are equipped with the skills to continuously learn and adapt to new challenges and opportunities in a rapidly changing world.

4. Ethical and Social Awareness: Exposure to humanities and social sciences fosters an understanding of different cultures, societies, and historical contexts. This promotes empathy, tolerance, and ethical awareness, helping individuals become responsible and engaged global citizens.

5. Creativity and Innovation: The arts and creative disciplines within the liberal arts curriculum stimulate imagination and innovation. Students are encouraged to explore their creative potential and approach problems with fresh perspectives.

6. Holistic Personal Development: Liberal arts education values personal growth and well-being alongside academic achievement. It nurtures qualities like curiosity, empathy, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence.

7. Preparation for a Diverse Job Market: While liberal arts degrees may not be tied to specific vocational skills, they provide a broad skill set that is highly transferable across various industries. Graduates often possess the adaptability and critical thinking needed to excel in diverse careers.

8. Foundational Knowledge: Liberal arts education provides a well-rounded foundation that can enhance one's understanding of the world and contribute to a broader perspective. This knowledge base can enrich personal and professional experiences.

9.  Cultivation of Citizenship: Liberal arts education aims to produce informed and engaged citizens who can participate actively in democratic societies, contribute to public discourse, and make well-informed decisions.

10. Interdisciplinary Learning: Liberal arts programs encourage interdisciplinary exploration, enabling students to connect ideas and concepts across different fields. This promotes holistic understanding and innovative thinking.

11. In summary, liberal arts education goes beyond the narrow confines of specialized vocational training and seeks to develop individuals who are intellectually curious, adaptable, ethically conscious, and capable of contributing meaningfully to society in various ways. While it might not lead directly to specific job titles, it equips graduates with a versatile skill set and a broader understanding of the world, enhancing their capacity to navigate an ever-evolving professional landscape.

Amity School of Liberal Arts believes in Holistic Development of Student and provides the following

  • NEP Based Curriculum
  • Choice Based Credit System
  • Minor Track
  • Foreign Language Course : French, Spanish, German, and Chinese
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • Industrial Connect Programme
  • Mentor- Mentee Programme
  • Compulsory Military Training Camp
  • NCC/NSS
  • Study Abroad Programme
  • Co-curricular Activities