The study of literature, language and culture has been, perhaps, one of the most popular academic disciplines all over the world. Though it suffered a minor setback during the heydays of technology programs, now universities are witnessing enrolment of students in large numbers in humanities and language programs. The revived interest in literature and other subjects of humanities must be seen as a healthy sign as the world is getting torn apart, caught in issues related to regional, linguistic, and religious fundamentalism.
Aligning with New Education Policy and focused on employability through experiential learning, B.A. English Program is equipped with interactive learning and empowered with extra-curricular activities. This program not only provides knowledge and skill based degree but also makes every student eligible and fit for global workforce. The study of literature, language, and culture has regained its popularity as one of the most sought-after academic disciplines worldwide. This renewed interest in literature and other humanities subjects signifies a positive trend, especially in a world grappling with issues related to regionalism, linguistic differences, and cultural diversity. Moreover, the field of education demands a higher level of professionalism in today's rapidly changing landscape. Consequently, increased attention is being given to theoretical research in relatively newer sub-disciplines like Second Language Acquisition (SLA), Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), among others.
BA ENGLISH program is designed to amalgamate theory, research, project, internship and practical application of earned knowledge and skills offering a unique blend of knowledge and hands-on experience. This program not only provides a comprehensive foundation but also opens doors for postgraduate and doctoral studies in English due to its extensive coverage of both language and literature. Notably, it places a strong emphasis on practical elements in Literature and Language studies.
DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities after BA English
Content Writing/Editing: With strong language and writing skills, you can pursue roles in content creation, editing, and proofreading for online platforms, publishing houses, marketing agencies, or newspapers.
Teaching/Education: Pursue a career in teaching at schools, colleges, or as a private tutor. You might need additional qualifications like B.Ed. or a postgraduate degree for certain positions.
Media and Journalism: Explore roles in journalism, reporting, or as a media correspondent for newspapers, magazines, TV channels, or online media outlets.
Public Relations (PR): Work in PR firms, advertising agencies, or corporate communications, where good communication skills are highly valued for managing public perception and communications.
Publishing: Opportunities exist in publishing houses as editorial assistants, manuscript readers, or even as literary agents.
Digital Marketing: Content creation, social media management, and digital advertising roles require strong writing skills and an understanding of language and communication.
Civil Services/Competitive Exams: BA graduates in English can opt for civil services exams like UPSC or state-level exams, leveraging their analytical and writing abilities.
Freelancing/Consulting: Freelance writing, editing, or offering language-related services to various industries can be a viable option for BA English graduates.
Language Specialist: Becoming a language specialist or translator/interpreter for companies dealing with international clients or working in embassies or multinational organizations.
Higher Education: Pursue postgraduate studies (MA or Ph.D) in English literature, linguistics, or related fields for academic or research-oriented careers.
DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES
PEO,PO & PSO
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES (PEO)
PEO 1: Graduates will impart knowledge of basic psychological concepts and methods, and developing ability to appreciate the challenges in field settings.
PEO 2: Graduates will acquire basic skills in major areas of application (e.g., psychological testing, experimentation, counselling, interviewing, data analysis, report writing). Graduates will develop a strong sense of ethical and moral aptness in general and in the context of learning and its assessment in particular.
PEO 3: Graduates will promote self-understanding, reflexivity and personal growth and understand the complexities of self and human relationships and how the two make each other up. Graduates will master the basic reflective, analytical, scientific writing, computational and communicative competencies and develop respect for social diversity and increasing social and cultural relevance of learning.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES (PO’S)
Upon completion of the Program, the graduates will be able to:
PO 1: Critical Thinking: Make assumptions, validate and appreciate them from different perspectives.
PO 2: Effective Communication: Develop key communication skills inclusive of electronic mode to participate in diverse areas.
PO 3: Social Interactions: Invite views of other for a harmonious coexistence.
PO 4: Effective Citizenship: Sympathise and be sensitive to issues ad participate in civic life to show empathy for social concerns.
PO 5: Ethics: Recognise and appreciate values systems to make appropriate decisions in diverse situations.
PO 6: Environment and Sustainability: Understand environmental issues and work towards sustainable development.
PO 7: Self Directed and Life Long Learning: To engage in lifelong learning by adopting appropriate technology.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOME (PSO’S)
PSO 1: Apply critical frameworks to analyze the linguistic, cultural, and historical background of texts written in English.
PSO 2: Qualify to avail prospects in academia and other competitive jobs in areas such as ELT, journalism and mass communication, editing and publishing, marketing and public relations, through the proficiency in the language.
PSO 3: Educate students in both the artistry and utility of the English language through an artistic/aesthetic study of language through texts and the various historical and contemporary forms of culture.
DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES
Semesters
B.A., ENGLISH CURRICULUM
SEMESTER-I
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
I
AEL21001
History of English Language
3
1
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
I
AEL21002
Background to the Study of English Literature
3
1
0
4
1
4
3
CC
TP
I
AEL21003
Introduction to Mass Communication and Journalism
2
0
2
3
1
4
4
CC
TP
I
AEL21004
Introduction of Creative Writing in English
2
0
2
3
1
4
5
HS
TP
I
GLS51001
Communication Skills
2
0
1
2
1
3
6
HS
TP
I
GLS11001
Tamil Art and Culture
1
0
1
1
2
2
7
VA
TH
I
GGE51003
Environmental and Sustainable Developement
2
0
0
2
2
2
8
HS
PR
I
GEP01400
Health and Wellbeing
0 0 2 1 2 2
9
VA PR I
GPE21401
Yoga
GPE21402
Sports
GPE21403
Fitness
AVC31401
Fine Arts
10
HS PR I
GGE51401
Outreach (NCC) - Level 1
11
NC TP I
ASS21001
Community Developement
1
0
1
*
2
2
Total
16
2
9
20
13
27
SEMESTER-II
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
II
AEL21005
Social History of England
3
0
0
3
1
3
2
CC
TP
II
AEL21006
Modern English Grammer and Usage
2
0
2
3
1
4
3
CC
TH
II
AEL21007
History of English Language in India
3
0
0
3
1
3
4
CC
TH
II
AEL21008
Applied Phonetics
2
1
0
3
1
3
5
HS
TP
II
ACA31001
Digital Technologies Solutions
2
0
2
3
2
4
6
HS
TP
II
GLS51002
Personality Development and Soft Skills
2
0
1
2
1
3
7
HS
TH
II
GLS51008
Tamil
2 0 0 2 2 2
GLS51009
Hindi
GLS51010
Telugu
GLS11002
Advanced Tamil
8
HS
PR
II
GBP01400
Health and Wellbeing
2
0
1
2
1
3
9
VA
PR
II
GPE21401
Yoga
0 0 2 1 2 2
GPE21402
Sports
GPE21403
Fitness
AVC31401
Fine Arts
10
HS
PR
II
GGE51401
Outreach (NCC) - Level 1
0
0
2
1
2
2
GGE51402
Outreach (NCC,Y'Mens,Rotaract) - Level 1
Total
16
1
7
20
11
24
L - Lecture; T - Tutorial; P - Practical; C - Credit; S - Self Study; TCH - Total Contact Hours
B.A., ENGLISH NEP Curriculum - 2023 -2024
SEMESTER-III
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
III
AEL21009
History of English Literature
4
0
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TP
III
AEL21010
Birth Drama
3
1
0
4
1
4
3
DE
TH
III
AEL21***
Department Elective-1
3
0
0
3
1
3
4
NE
TH
III
*******
Non Department Elective Course (Engineering/Non-Engineering)
2
0
2
3
2
4
5
HS
TH
III
GLS51011
French
GLS51012
German
GLS51013
Spanish
2 0 0 2 2 2
GLS51014
Korean
GLS51015
Mandarin
GLS51016
Japanese
6
HS
TP
III
GLS51005
Public Speaking
1
0
1
1
1
2
7
VA
TH
III
GGE51015
Indian Knowledge System
3
0
0
*
2
3
8
NC
TP
III
ABB31001
CSR & SDG
1
0
2
*
2
3
9
SI
IN
III
AEL21800
Internship #
#
#
#
4
#
#
Total
19
1
5
21
12
25
* Non Credit, # indicates 15 Days internship to be undertaken at the end of II semester and Evaluation has to be done at the end of III Semester
SEMESTER-IV
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
IV
AEL21011
British Poetry
4
0
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
IV
AEL21012
Indian Writing in English
3
0
0
3
1
3
3
CC
TH
IV
AEL21013
American Literature
3
0
0
3
1
3
4
CC
TH
IV
AEL21014
Shakespearean Studies
2
1
0
3
1
3
5
SE
TH
IV
AEL21015
New Literature in English
2
0
0
2
1
2
6
DE
TH
IV
AEL21***
Department Elective-II
3
0
0
3
1
3
7
HS
TP
III
GLS51006
English For Competitive Examinations
1
0
1
1
1
2
8
HS
TH
IV
GLS11003
French Intermediate
GLS11004
German Intermediate
2 0 0 2 2 2
GLS11005
Spanish Intermediate
GLS11006
Korean Intermediate
GLS11007
Mandarin Intermediate
GLS51008
Japanese Intermediate
Total
20
1
1
21
9
22
L - Lecture; T - Tutorial; P - Practical; C - Credit; S - Self Study; TCH - Total Contact Hours
SEMESTER-V
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
V
AEL21016
British Prose
4
0
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
V
AEL21017
Commonwealth Literature
4
0
0
4
1
4
3
CC
TH
V
AEL21018
Literary Theory and Criticism
3
1
0
4
1
4
4
CC
TP
V
AGE21001
Fundamental of Research Methodology
3
0
2
4
2
5
5
DE
TH
V
AEL21***
Department Elective -III
3
0
0
3
1
3
6
HS
TP
V
GLS51007
Verbal Reasoning and Interview Skills
1
0
1
1
1
2
7
NC
TH
V
AGE31001
Methodology for Writing a Professional & Scientific Article
1
0
0
*
2
1
Total
19
1
3
20
9
23
SEMESTER-VI
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
VI
AEL21020
Cultural Studies
3
1
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
VI
AEL21021
British Fiction
4
0
0
4
1
4
3
CC
TH
VI
AEL21022
Women Studies
4
0
0
4
1
4
4
DE
TH
VI
AGE21***
Department Elective -IV
3
0
0
3
1
3
5
NC
TH
VI
GGE51011
Introduction to Women and Studies
3
0
0
*
2
3
6
VA
TH
VI
GGE51001
Universal Human Values
2
0
0
2
2
2
7
RP
Pj
VI
AEL21801
Project
0
0
14
7
0
14
Total
19
1
14
24
8
34
L - Lecture; T - Tutorial; P - Practical; C - Credit; S - Self Study; TCH - Total Contact Hours
Aligning with New Education Policy and focused on employability through experiential learning, B.A. English Program is equipped with interactive learning and empowered with extra-curricular activities. This program not only provides knowledge and skill based degree but also makes every student eligible and fit for global workforce. The study of literature, language, and culture has regained its popularity as one of the most sought-after academic disciplines worldwide. This renewed interest in literature and other humanities subjects signifies a positive trend, especially in a world grappling with issues related to regionalism, linguistic differences, and cultural diversity. Moreover, the field of education demands a higher level of professionalism in today's rapidly changing landscape. Consequently, increased attention is being given to theoretical research in relatively newer sub-disciplines like Second Language Acquisition (SLA), Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), among others.
BA ENGLISH program is designed to amalgamate theory, research, project, internship and practical application of earned knowledge and skills offering a unique blend of knowledge and hands-on experience. This program not only provides a comprehensive foundation but also opens doors for postgraduate and doctoral studies in English due to its extensive coverage of both language and literature. Notably, it places a strong emphasis on practical elements in Literature and Language studies.
DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities after BA English
Content Writing/Editing: With strong language and writing skills, you can pursue roles in content creation, editing, and proofreading for online platforms, publishing houses, marketing agencies, or newspapers.
Teaching/Education: Pursue a career in teaching at schools, colleges, or as a private tutor. You might need additional qualifications like B.Ed. or a postgraduate degree for certain positions.
Media and Journalism: Explore roles in journalism, reporting, or as a media correspondent for newspapers, magazines, TV channels, or online media outlets.
Public Relations (PR): Work in PR firms, advertising agencies, or corporate communications, where good communication skills are highly valued for managing public perception and communications.
Publishing: Opportunities exist in publishing houses as editorial assistants, manuscript readers, or even as literary agents.
Digital Marketing: Content creation, social media management, and digital advertising roles require strong writing skills and an understanding of language and communication.
Civil Services/Competitive Exams: BA graduates in English can opt for civil services exams like UPSC or state-level exams, leveraging their analytical and writing abilities.
Freelancing/Consulting: Freelance writing, editing, or offering language-related services to various industries can be a viable option for BA English graduates.
Language Specialist: Becoming a language specialist or translator/interpreter for companies dealing with international clients or working in embassies or multinational organizations.
Higher Education: Pursue postgraduate studies (MA or Ph.D) in English literature, linguistics, or related fields for academic or research-oriented careers.
DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES
PEO,PO & PSO
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES (PEO)
PEO 1: Graduates will impart knowledge of basic psychological concepts and methods, and developing ability to appreciate the challenges in field settings.
PEO 2: Graduates will acquire basic skills in major areas of application (e.g., psychological testing, experimentation, counselling, interviewing, data analysis, report writing). Graduates will develop a strong sense of ethical and moral aptness in general and in the context of learning and its assessment in particular.
PEO 3: Graduates will promote self-understanding, reflexivity and personal growth and understand the complexities of self and human relationships and how the two make each other up. Graduates will master the basic reflective, analytical, scientific writing, computational and communicative competencies and develop respect for social diversity and increasing social and cultural relevance of learning.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES (PO’S)
Upon completion of the Program, the graduates will be able to:
PO 1: Critical Thinking: Make assumptions, validate and appreciate them from different perspectives.
PO 2: Effective Communication: Develop key communication skills inclusive of electronic mode to participate in diverse areas.
PO 3: Social Interactions: Invite views of other for a harmonious coexistence.
PO 4: Effective Citizenship: Sympathise and be sensitive to issues ad participate in civic life to show empathy for social concerns.
PO 5: Ethics: Recognise and appreciate values systems to make appropriate decisions in diverse situations.
PO 6: Environment and Sustainability: Understand environmental issues and work towards sustainable development.
PO 7: Self Directed and Life Long Learning: To engage in lifelong learning by adopting appropriate technology.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOME (PSO’S)
PSO 1: Apply critical frameworks to analyze the linguistic, cultural, and historical background of texts written in English.
PSO 2: Qualify to avail prospects in academia and other competitive jobs in areas such as ELT, journalism and mass communication, editing and publishing, marketing and public relations, through the proficiency in the language.
PSO 3: Educate students in both the artistry and utility of the English language through an artistic/aesthetic study of language through texts and the various historical and contemporary forms of culture.
DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES
Semesters
B.A., ENGLISH CURRICULUM
SEMESTER-I
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
I
AEL21001
History of English Language
3
1
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
I
AEL21002
Background to the Study of English Literature
3
1
0
4
1
4
3
CC
TP
I
AEL21003
Introduction to Mass Communication and Journalism
2
0
2
3
1
4
4
CC
TP
I
AEL21004
Introduction of Creative Writing in English
2
0
2
3
1
4
5
HS
TP
I
GLS51001
Communication Skills
2
0
1
2
1
3
6
HS
TP
I
GLS11001
Tamil Art and Culture
1
0
1
1
2
2
7
VA
TH
I
GGE51003
Environmental and Sustainable Developement
2
0
0
2
2
2
8
HS
PR
I
GEP01400
Health and Wellbeing
0 0 2 1 2 2
9
VA PR I
GPE21401
Yoga
GPE21402
Sports
GPE21403
Fitness
AVC31401
Fine Arts
10
HS PR I
GGE51401
Outreach (NCC) - Level 1
11
NC TP I
ASS21001
Community Developement
1
0
1
*
2
2
Total
16
2
9
20
13
27
SEMESTER-II
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
II
AEL21005
Social History of England
3
0
0
3
1
3
2
CC
TP
II
AEL21006
Modern English Grammer and Usage
2
0
2
3
1
4
3
CC
TH
II
AEL21007
History of English Language in India
3
0
0
3
1
3
4
CC
TH
II
AEL21008
Applied Phonetics
2
1
0
3
1
3
5
HS
TP
II
ACA31001
Digital Technologies Solutions
2
0
2
3
2
4
6
HS
TP
II
GLS51002
Personality Development and Soft Skills
2
0
1
2
1
3
7
HS
TH
II
GLS51008
Tamil
2 0 0 2 2 2
GLS51009
Hindi
GLS51010
Telugu
GLS11002
Advanced Tamil
8
HS
PR
II
GBP01400
Health and Wellbeing
2
0
1
2
1
3
9
VA
PR
II
GPE21401
Yoga
0 0 2 1 2 2
GPE21402
Sports
GPE21403
Fitness
AVC31401
Fine Arts
10
HS
PR
II
GGE51401
Outreach (NCC) - Level 1
0
0
2
1
2
2
GGE51402
Outreach (NCC,Y'Mens,Rotaract) - Level 1
Total
16
1
7
20
11
24
L - Lecture; T - Tutorial; P - Practical; C - Credit; S - Self Study; TCH - Total Contact Hours
B.A., ENGLISH NEP Curriculum - 2023 -2024
SEMESTER-III
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
III
AEL21009
History of English Literature
4
0
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TP
III
AEL21010
Birth Drama
3
1
0
4
1
4
3
DE
TH
III
AEL21***
Department Elective-1
3
0
0
3
1
3
4
NE
TH
III
*******
Non Department Elective Course (Engineering/Non-Engineering)
2
0
2
3
2
4
5
HS
TH
III
GLS51011
French
GLS51012
German
GLS51013
Spanish
2 0 0 2 2 2
GLS51014
Korean
GLS51015
Mandarin
GLS51016
Japanese
6
HS
TP
III
GLS51005
Public Speaking
1
0
1
1
1
2
7
VA
TH
III
GGE51015
Indian Knowledge System
3
0
0
*
2
3
8
NC
TP
III
ABB31001
CSR & SDG
1
0
2
*
2
3
9
SI
IN
III
AEL21800
Internship #
#
#
#
4
#
#
Total
19
1
5
21
12
25
* Non Credit, # indicates 15 Days internship to be undertaken at the end of II semester and Evaluation has to be done at the end of III Semester
SEMESTER-IV
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
IV
AEL21011
British Poetry
4
0
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
IV
AEL21012
Indian Writing in English
3
0
0
3
1
3
3
CC
TH
IV
AEL21013
American Literature
3
0
0
3
1
3
4
CC
TH
IV
AEL21014
Shakespearean Studies
2
1
0
3
1
3
5
SE
TH
IV
AEL21015
New Literature in English
2
0
0
2
1
2
6
DE
TH
IV
AEL21***
Department Elective-II
3
0
0
3
1
3
7
HS
TP
III
GLS51006
English For Competitive Examinations
1
0
1
1
1
2
8
HS
TH
IV
GLS11003
French Intermediate
GLS11004
German Intermediate
2 0 0 2 2 2
GLS11005
Spanish Intermediate
GLS11006
Korean Intermediate
GLS11007
Mandarin Intermediate
GLS51008
Japanese Intermediate
Total
20
1
1
21
9
22
L - Lecture; T - Tutorial; P - Practical; C - Credit; S - Self Study; TCH - Total Contact Hours
SEMESTER-V
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
V
AEL21016
British Prose
4
0
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
V
AEL21017
Commonwealth Literature
4
0
0
4
1
4
3
CC
TH
V
AEL21018
Literary Theory and Criticism
3
1
0
4
1
4
4
CC
TP
V
AGE21001
Fundamental of Research Methodology
3
0
2
4
2
5
5
DE
TH
V
AEL21***
Department Elective -III
3
0
0
3
1
3
6
HS
TP
V
GLS51007
Verbal Reasoning and Interview Skills
1
0
1
1
1
2
7
NC
TH
V
AGE31001
Methodology for Writing a Professional & Scientific Article
1
0
0
*
2
1
Total
19
1
3
20
9
23
SEMESTER-VI
S.NO
COURSE CATEGORY
COURSE TYPE
SEM
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
L
T
P
C
S
TCH
1
CC
TH
VI
AEL21020
Cultural Studies
3
1
0
4
1
4
2
CC
TH
VI
AEL21021
British Fiction
4
0
0
4
1
4
3
CC
TH
VI
AEL21022
Women Studies
4
0
0
4
1
4
4
DE
TH
VI
AGE21***
Department Elective -IV
3
0
0
3
1
3
5
NC
TH
VI
GGE51011
Introduction to Women and Studies
3
0
0
*
2
3
6
VA
TH
VI
GGE51001
Universal Human Values
2
0
0
2
2
2
7
RP
Pj
VI
AEL21801
Project
0
0
14
7
0
14
Total
19
1
14
24
8
34
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