Introduction to the course:
The Undergraduate program in English Language and Literature is designed on the principles of Liberal Arts Education. Coupled with foundation courses, the program interweaves super specialization courses geared towards providing an edge to the students in the professional and educational field.
Programme Objectives:
PEO 01: To make students conceptualize, critically analyze and acquire In-depth knowledge of English Language and Literature by imbibing in them the unique ability of synthesizing knowledge towards adding value in the areas of Literature and Language.
PEO 02: To promote critical thinking by way of enabling graduates to look at things from different perspectives, thereby making them efficient in applying different forms of problem-solving techniques.
PEO 03: To inculcate a spirit of enquiry, so that a student with Masters in English can search for facts and truths by developing methodologies that support critical analysis and decision making.
PEO 04: To ignite the passion for creativity and original thinking. To inculcate aspirit of Ethics and Social Commitment in the personal and professional life so that they add value to thesociety
Programme Outcomes:
PO 01: Knowledge of Literature in English: Obtaining comprehensive knowledge of a range of literary and cultural texts written in English.
PO 02: Contextual Understanding: Understand socio-political and economic context that play crucial roles in shaping literary works.
PO 03: Independent and Original Perspectives: Foster and nurture independent, original thoughts and perspectives on diverse social and cultural issues.
PO 04: Research and Analysis: Understand the basics of research methodologies and approaches.
PO 05: Communication: Communicate effectively with the literary community and within the society at large.
PO 06: Leadership Skills: Understand the importance, skills and nuances of leadership in a team, group or society at large.
PO 07: Modernization and Tools Usage: Acquire necessary knowledge of tools (especially digital tools) to adapt to the modern world.
PO 08: Creative, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills: Generate and apply all these skillsand when necessary in broader socio-cultural and literarycontext.
PO09:Language, Literature, Culture and Society:Acquire a critical understanding of how language, literature, culture and society influence and shape eachother.
PO 10: Ethical Value: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities.
PO11:Individual and Team Effort: Understand importance of individual and team effort through various activities.
PO12:Industry-friendly Skill Development: Acquire necessary skills and knowledge to adapt to the new economy.
Eligibility:
Minimum 50% aggregate in 10 +2 or equivalent from any recognized board.
Duration (in Year): 4 (with exit option after 3 years as per NEP guidelines).
Career Avenues:
- Academics
- Language Trainer
- Corporate Communications
- PR Agency
- Translator and Interpreter
- Content Writing
- Technical Writing
- Publication House
- Copywriter
- Advertising Agency
- Digital Curator
- Data Journalist
