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About Centre for Foreign Languages (CFL)

The Centre for Foreign Languages (CFL) under the aegis of the Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Liberal Arts at SGT University aims to foster global competence through foreign language education. CFL currently offers German and French as Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) courses for undergraduate students from non-council faculties. Certificate and diploma programs in additional languages will be launched in the upcoming phases.

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Our Mission
To empower students with multilingual skills that enhance their academic, cultural, and professional growth.

Our Vision
To be a hub of foreign language excellence, promoting international collaboration and cultural awareness.

Languages Offered (as MDC)
German
French

Current Offering: Foreign Language as MDC (UG only)
Credits: 3 per semester

Coming Soon (2026 Onwards)
Certificate and Diploma courses in German, French, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin, and Korean
UGC-compliant 20-credit certificate courses
Professional and embassy-linked certifications
Open to PG students, research scholars, and SGTU employees

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Leadership and Faculty

Debasis-Bhattacharya

Prof. (Dr.) Debasis Bhattacharya is a senior academician, policy analyst, and author. He has been holding positions such as Professor and Dean in various universities and higher educational institutions. Dr. Bhattacharya received his Doctorate in Political Science from the University of Oregon, USA. He received his MA in International Studies from the Josef Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver, USA, and MA in Economics from Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi, India. He has about 26 years of total experience in teaching, research and corporate spheres in India and the USA combined. He has participated as Session Chairs and paper presenter in several national and international conferences held in India and the USA. Dr. Bhattacharya’s book (co-authored) with title: “GST and Its Aftermath: Is Consumer Really the King?”, published by SAGE Publications Inc. is a globally recognized publication that provides vital linkage among academia, industry, and public policy forum. Dr. Bhattacharya’s foreign policy articles have been published by prestigious foreign policy think tanks such as Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) and Observer Research Foundation (ORF).

Prof. (Dr.) Debasis Bhattacharya

Dean, Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences & Liberal Arts

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