The Department of Modern European and Foreign Languages started in 1973 with the establishment of the University. Initially German and Russian Classes were offered and due to the keen response of the students French Languages was also introduced in 1976.

Keeping in view the rapid speed of globalization in the present scenario, communication has brought the world even closer. Even more urgent is the need for students to be competent in other languages.

The goal of the department is to realize the target of producing students for their further absorption as teachers in schools or language institutes. Besides language acquisition this program aims to develop the inclination of  the students to pursue in the area of comparative literary studies. It is also expected that some of the Diploma holders to turn out to be well versed translators and shall further assist their valuable contribution to the sectors of journalism, and tourism.