Jamia Millia Islamia introduces new courses in German, Japanese, and counselling

Jamia Millia Islamia has rolled out three new programmes for the academic session 2025-26. The university has announced the introduction of undergraduate programmes in German Studies and Japanese Studies under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP), along with an Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance and Counselling.

The admission process for all three programmes is now open online. Interested candidates can apply through the official university website until September 6, 2025. The admission test for these courses is scheduled to be held on September 14, 2025.

The new undergraduate courses, BA (Hons) in German Studies and BA



(Hons) in Japanese Studies, are aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP 2020).

These courses have been designed to combine language proficiency with cultural studies, translation and interpretation, and industry-focused training. According to the university, the aim is to equip students with the skills and global perspective needed to succeed in today’s interconnected world.

Jamia said in a statement that the courses will expand students’ knowledge beyond traditional language learning and prepare them for diverse career opportunities in international organisations, education, research, and cultural exchange programmes.