Bengali (BENGL)

BENGL 1100 - Elements of Bangla-Bengali Language and Culture (1 Credit)  
This course will introduce foundational knowledge of Bangla language and elements of culture from Bangladesh and West Bengal to anyone interested in Bengal, e.g. those planning to travel to Bangladesh and West Bengal, India.
Last Four Terms Offered: Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Fall 2022  
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BENGL 1121 - Elementary Bangla-Bengali I (4 Credits)  
Intended for beginners or students placed by examination. The emphasis is on basic grammar, speaking, and comprehension skills; Bangla script will also be introduced.
Distribution Requirements: (FL-AG), (OCL-IL)  
Exploratory Studies: (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022  
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BENGL 1122 - Elementary Bangla-Bengali II (4 Credits)  
Enables students to read and comprehend basic Bangla texts as well as speak and write in the language.
Prerequisites: BENGL 1121 or examination.  
Distribution Requirements: (FL-AG), (OCL-IL)  
Exploratory Studies: (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022  
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BENGL 1200 - Bangla for Communication in Healthcare (1 Credit)  
This 1-credit course is designed for students interested in working in the healthcare sector—particularly those preparing for clinical experiences, volunteer work, or future practice in linguistically diverse environments. The course focuses on developing basic communicative competence in Bangla for use in healthcare contexts. Through interactive activities, role-plays, and culturally contextualized scenarios, students will acquire essential vocabulary and phrases to engage with Bangla-speaking patients and communities. Emphasis is placed on practical language skills for clinical settings—such as patient intake, symptom description, and health education—alongside cultural norms and sensitivities relevant to Bangladeshi and Bangla-speaking populations.
Prerequisites: One semester of Bangla or by placement.  
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BENGL 2201 - Intermediate Bangla-Bengali I (3 Credits)  
Continuing focus on reading, writing, and conversational skills, this course is designed to advance students' oral competence and enhance comprehension skills through reading, conversations, and listening.
Prerequisites: BENGL 1122 or examination.  
Distribution Requirements: (FL-AG), (FLOPI-AS), (OCL-IL)  
Exploratory Studies: (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022  
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BENGL 2202 - Intermediate Bangla-Bengali II (3 Credits)  
Continuing focus on reading, writing, and conversational skills, this course is designed to advance students' oral competence and enhance comprehension skills through reading, conversations, and listening.
Prerequisites: BENGL 2201 or examination.  
Distribution Requirements: (FL-AG), (FLOPI-AS), (OCL-IL)  
Exploratory Studies: (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022  
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BENGL 3301 - Advanced Bangla-Bengali I (3 Credits)  
Continuing instruction in Bangla at the advanced level focusing on conversation, interview, and discussion skills.
Prerequisites: BENGL 2202 or examination.  
Distribution Requirements: (FL-AG), (FLOPI-AS), (OCL-IL)  
Exploratory Studies: (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022  
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BENGL 3302 - Advanced Bangla-Bengali II (3 Credits)  
Continuing instruction in Bangla at the advanced level focusing on conversation, interview, and discussion skills.
Prerequisites: BENGL 3301.  
Distribution Requirements: (FL-AG), (FLOPI-AS), (OCL-IL)  
Exploratory Studies: (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022  
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BENGL 4431 - Directed Study (1-4 Credits)  
Intended for advanced language study.
Enrollment Information: Permission of instructor required.  
Exploratory Studies: (CU-UG); (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022  
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BENGL 4432 - Directed Study (1-4 Credits)  
Intended for advanced language study.
Enrollment Information: Permission of instructor required.  
Exploratory Studies: (CU-UG); (SALANG)
Last Four Terms Offered: Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022  
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BENGL 5509 - Graduate Studies in Bangla-Bengali (3-4 Credits)  
Topics vary by semester in relation to student needs.
Last Four Terms Offered: Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022  
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BENGL 5510 - Graduate Studies in Bangla-Bengali (3-4 Credits)  
Topics vary by semester in relation to student needs.
Last Four Terms Offered: Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022  
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