How To Apply For DU Short Term Courses

How To Apply For DU Short Term Courses- DU also conducts short-term certificate courses in association with other training institutions and industry partners for better learning experience and practical exposure that may also add to enhance employability of student.How To Apply For DU Short Term Courses

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Check Eligibility and Course Availability

• Eligibility: Each course will have specific eligibility criteria regarding educational background, age, etc. Ensure you meet the requirements before applying. How To Apply For DU Short Term Courses
• Course Availability: Short-term courses are typically offered in two semesters (January-May and July-December). Check the official website of the desired college/department or the Campus of Open Learning (COL) for the latest list of available courses and their respective semesters.

Most Popular DU Short Term Courses

• Certificate Course in Digital Marketing: This course covers the basics of digital marketing, including social media marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising.
• Certificate Course in Foreign Languages: DU offers a variety of short-term courses in foreign languages, such as French, German, Spanish, and Chinese.
• Certificate Course in Journalism: This course covers the basics of journalism, including news writing, reporting, and editing.
• Certificate Course in Computer Applications: This course covers the basics of computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Certificate Course in Photography: This course covers the basics of photography, including composition, lighting, and exposure.

How To Apply For DU Short Term Courses

How To Apply For DU Short Term Courses- Most DU Short-Term Courses have online applications. Look for the application link on the official website of the offering college/department or COL. Payment of an application fee is usually mandatory. The fee amount and payment methods will be mentioned on the application portal. Prepare scanned copies of necessary documents like academic certificates, mark sheets, photo ID, etc., as specified in the application instructions. How To Apply For DU Short Term Courses

• Carefully read the instructions before filling the online form. Enter all details accurately, including personal information, educational background, chosen course(s), etc.
• Upload the required documents in the specified format and size.
• Review your application thoroughly before final submission.
• Once satisfied, submit the application form and pay the fee (if not already done). You’ll usually receive a confirmation email or application reference number.
• Selection for some courses might be based on merit (previous academic performance), while others might have entrance exams or interviews. Refer to the specific course details for selection criteria.
• Shortlisted candidates will be notified through email or the college/department website.
• Selected candidates will need to complete admission formalities and pay the course fee by the deadline specified. This might involve document verification and registration procedures.

Certificate Courses Fees 

Course	Fees (in Rupees
Certificate in Sign Language Interpretation A and B-Levels	2000
Certificate in Communicative English	1000
Certificate in Information and Communication Technology	1000
Certificate in Disability and Human Rights	1000
Certificate in News Reading and Cinematography	10,000

DU COL Short Term Certificate Courses List & Fee

Delhi University Short-Term Courses After Graduation

Department/Center	Course Title	Duration	Focus	Additional Information
Ambedkar Centre for Human Rights Studies	Certificate Course in Human Rights Studies	3 months	Theoretical and practical understanding of human rights	Open to graduates from any discipline
Department of Hindi	Certificate Course in Translation Studies	6 months	Translation techniques and skills	Proficiency in Hindi and English required
Department of Journalism	Certificate Course in Digital Journalism	3 months	Reporting, editing, and multimedia storytelling for online platforms	Basic computer skills expected
Department of Computer Science	Certificate Course in Data Science Foundations	2 months	Introduction to data analysis, Python programming, and machine learning	Some programming experience recommended
Centre for Continuing Education	Certificate Course in French Language and Culture	6 months	Develop conversational fluency and cultural understanding of France	Beginner level French recommended
Department of Philosophy	Certificate Course in Critical Thinking and Communication	3 months	Enhance reasoning, argumentation, and communication skills	Open to graduates from any discipline
Department of Economics	Certificate Course in Financial Markets and Instruments	4 months	Gain knowledge of financial markets, investments, and risk management	Basic understanding of economics preferred
Department of Political Science	Certificate Course in Public Policy Analysis	3 months	Develop skills in policy analysis, evaluation, and advocacy	Open to graduates from any discipline
Department of English	Certificate Course in Creative Writing	6 months	Hone your writing skills in various genres like fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction	Open to gradu

DU Short Term Courses Details 

Certificate in Sign Language Interpretation A-Level

Unit 1: Disability and Deafness

• Definitions of Disability
• Models of Disability
• Language of Disability
• Disability and the Law
• Stereotypes of Sign Language
• Deaf Education

Unit 2: Grammar I (Practice)

• Greetings
• Pronouns
• Questions
• Negation

Unit 3: Grammar II (Practice)

•  Numbers
• Plural (objects and actions)
•  Possession
• Relations
•  Facial expression (Adverbs)

Unit 4: Grammar III (Practice)

•  Verbs (actions and processes)
•  Finger spelling
• Use of Space

Certificate in Sign Language Interpretation B-Level

UNIT 1: Disability and Deafness

• Definitions of Disability
• The Language of Disability
• The Models of Disability
• Definition and causes of Deafness
• Classification and Prevention of Deafness
• Oralism, Total Communication and Bilingualism
• Deaf Culture

UNIT 2: Revision

• Question formation
• Negation
• Relations in action and Role play

UNIT 3: Grammar

• Basic Linguistics Concepts
• Tense and Aspects
• Agreement
• Quantifiers
• Adverbs

UNIT 4: Complex Sentences

• Complement Clauses
• Conditional Clauses
• Relative Clauses

UNIT 5: Practice

Certificate in Communicative English

Unit 1: Communication

• Language and communication
• Differences between speech and writing
• Distinct features of speech
• Distinct features of writing

Unit 2: Writing skills

• Selection of topic
• Thesis statement and Developing the thesis
• Introductory, developmental, transitional and
  concluding paragraphs
• Linguistic unity
• Coherence and cohesion
• Descriptive, narrative, expository and argumentative
  writing

Unit 3: Technical Writing 

• Scientific and technical subjects
• Formal and informal writings
• Formal writing, reports, handbooks, manuals, letters,
  memorandum, notices, agenda, minutes
• Common errors to be avoided

Unit 4: Grammar Skills

• Parts of Speech
• Person, Gender, Number Phenomenon
•  Use of Tense, Aspect and Modals

Certificate in Information and Communication
Technology

Unit 1: ICT and the Computers: basic concepts

•  Keyboard Orientation and Typing
  Identification and understanding of the components of
  an IC system
• Identification and understanding of the functions of
  peripherals

Unit 2: Operating Systems

• Understanding features of System software
• Using DRAGON software
• Hindi typing using SAFA

Unit 3: Understanding Synthesised Speech

Unit 4: Word Processing and Spreadsheet

• Structured documents
• Documents for various purposes
• Understanding of a spreadsheet and its uses
• Changing values of variables and their effects

Unit 5: Computers and Communication

• Exchange and collaboration with E-mails
• Retrieving information by browsing
• Subscribing to mailing lists
• Using a fax-modem

Unit 6: ICT and Professional Skills (Optional)

• Screen Reading Software
• Book scanning and Reading (DAISY)
• Braille Production Course

Digital Talking Book Production Course

Unit 7: Disability

• Definitions of Disability
• The Language of Disability
• The Models of Disability
• Disability and the Law: National and International
• Disability and Education

Certificate in News Reading and Cinematography

Unit 1: Background History

• Mass Communication: Types of Mass communication
• Broadcasting in the Post Independence Era, Policies and
• Principles of Broadcasting- AIR Code/ Commercial
• Code/ Guidelines for Election Broadcast/ Telecast
• Radio Journalism and Programme Formats
• Television in India

Careers in Television and Radio

Unit 2: News Reading and Anchoring

• Pre-requisite qualifications
• Personal Development
• Basics of sound for anchoring, news reading
• Background and set Designing
• Role of make-up, Costume
• Role of Graphics, Titling, Caption and animation
• Presentation skills, Effective Public Speaking, Types of
  Interview and preparation
• Production of News and Current affairs Programmes
• Pre-production/ production/ and post production
• Practical exercises

Unit 3: Basic Principles of Camera Handling, Sound and
Lighting Techniques

• Camera types, accessories (Lens, Filters) and support to
  camera
• Classification of shoots and visual grammar
• Camera movement; white balance
• The role of lighting in TV productions
• The role of sound in TV productions
• Indoor and Outdoor shooting
• Conducting interviews, sports coverage

Unit 4: Media and Disability

• The Social Construction of Disability and its Critique
• Representation of Disability in the Media: Films and
  Television
• Representation of Disability in Art and Literature
• Disability as Empowerment and Social Change
• Disability Law and Affirmative Action at the
  Workplace

Unit 5: Practical Exercise and Final Test