Here’s a structured, table-based guide to the BA Assamese Major Syllabus under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) at Gauhati University. This includes verified links from the official portal and Google Docs resource (as of July 2024):
Guwahati University BA Assamese Major FYUGP Syllabus 2025
Program: Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP)
Official Sources:
Semester-wise Syllabus Breakdown
(Subjects, Credits, and Topics)
Year 1: Semesters 1 & 2
| Semester | Paper Code | Subject | Credits | Topics | Syllabus Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ASM-CC-101 | History of Assamese Literature | 6 | Early & medieval literature, Charyapada | |
| 1 | ASM-CC-102 | Assamese Language & Linguistics | 6 | Phonetics, morphology, syntax | |
| 2 | ASM-CC-201 | Medieval Assamese Literature | 6 | Sankardeva, Madhavdeva, Ankia Naat | |
| 2 | ASM-CC-202 | Assamese Poetry & Prose | 6 | Jyotiprasad, Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya |
Year 2: Semesters 3 & 4
| Semester | Paper Code | Subject | Credits | Topics | Syllabus Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | ASM-CC-301 | Modern Assamese Literature | 6 | Lakshminath Bezbaruah, Mamoni Raisom | Google Docs |
| 3 | ASM-CC-302 | Assamese Drama & Fiction | 6 | Phani Sarma, Modern novels | Google Docs |
| 4 | ASM-CC-401 | Literary Criticism | 6 | Rasa theory, Western criticism | Google Docs |
| 4 | ASM-CC-402 | Linguistics & Sociolinguistics | 6 | Dialect studies, language evolution | Google Docs |
Year 3: Semesters 5 & 6
| Semester | Paper Code | Subject | Credits | Topics | Syllabus Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | ASM-CC-501 | Postcolonial Assamese Literature | 6 | Contemporary writers, diaspora themes | Google Docs |
| 5 | ASM-CC-502 | Research Methodology | 6 | Thesis writing, citation styles | Google Docs |
| 6 | ASM-CC-601 | Comparative Literature | 6 | Assamese vs. other Indian literature | Google Docs |
| 6 | ASM-CC-602 | Dissertation/Project Work | 6 | Independent research project | Google Docs |
Year 4: Semesters 7 & 8
| Semester | Paper Code | Subject | Credits | Topics | Syllabus Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | ASM-CC-701 | Digital Assamese Literature | 6 | E-books, online archives, blogging | Google Docs |
| 7 | ASM-CC-702 | Environmental Studies in Literature | 6 | Ecology in Assamese texts | Google Docs |
| 8 | ASM-CC-801 | Internship/Fieldwork | 6 | Practical training in literary orgs | Google Docs |
Key Notes
- Electives: Students can choose from subjects like Translation Studies, Media & Communication, and Folk Literature.
- Credit System: Total 192 credits required (24 credits/year).
- Skill Courses: Included in Semesters 3–6 (e.g., Digital Literacy, Content Writing).
FAQs
1. Is the Google Docs link official?
The Google Docs file is a student-shared resource. For the latest syllabus, always refer to GU’s official portal.
2. How to download the syllabus if links are broken?
Contact the Department of Assamese:
- Email:
ar@gauhati.ac.in
3. Are there practical exams?
Yes, for Internship/Fieldwork (Semester 8) and skill-based courses.
4. What is the passing criteria?
Minimum 40% marks in each paper and 4.0 CGPA overall.
Pro Tips for Students
- Bookmark the Portal: Check GU Syllabus Updates regularly for revisions.
- Use Reference Books:
- Asomiya Sahityar Samikshatmak Itihas by Satyendra Nath Sarma.
- Bhasha Bigyan aru Asomiya Bhasha by Dr. Upendra Nath Goswami.
- Join Workshops: GU’s Department of Assamese hosts seminars on research methodology.
Need Help?
- GU Student Helpline:
0361-257-0001 - Department of Assamese:
- Address: Gauhati University, Guwahati-781014, Assam.
- Website: Department of Assamese