Nepal: Love for third languages grows, Many consider them a plus for abroad studies, jobs

[Francis Hult]

Republica

 

Love for third languages grows, Many consider them a plus for abroad studies, jobs

 

The number of institutions teaching foreign languages in Kathmandu is growing along with the number of students striving to learn foreign languages. 

Students take up foreign language courses to have an edge over others when it comes to getting admission in foreign universities. Some take up the courses for job opportunities. Still others do it just for fun.

"The number of students has been increasing steadily," says Prabin Rana, deputy director of Alliance Francaise which takes 210 to 215 students for French language classes each session.

 

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