DEPARTMENT OF

M.A. English Literature

Literary
Criticism

Creative
Writing

Linguistics &
Phonetics

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The M.A. English Literature programme provides advanced knowledge of English language, literature, literary theory, criticism, and cultural studies. The programme encourages critical reading, creative expression, research, and effective communication through the study of diverse literary works and contemporary perspectives. It prepares students for higher studies, teaching, research, media, publishing, and other language- and communication-oriented careers.

Our Vision

To be a centre of excellence in English language and literary studies, nurturing critical thinkers, creative communicators, and socially responsible professionals with a global perspective.

Our Mission

To provide advanced knowledge of English literature, language, literary criticism, and cultural studies.
To develop critical thinking, research abilities, creativity, and effective communication skills.

DEPARTMENT OUTCOMES

PO 1

Critical Thinking

Take informed actions after identifying the assumptions that frame thinking and actions, checking out the degree to which these assumptions are accurate and valid and looking at our ideas and decisions (intellectual, organizational and personal) from different perspectives.

PO 2

Effective Communication

Speak, read, write and listen clearly in person and through electronic media in English and in one Indian language and make meaning of the world by connecting people, ideas, books, media and technology.

PO 3

Social Interaction

Elicit view of others, mediate disagreements and help reach conclusions in group settings.

PO 4

Effective Citizenship

Demonstrate empathetic social concern and equity centered national development, and the ability to act with an informed awareness of issues and participate in civic life through volunteering.

PO 5

Ethics

Recognize different value systems including your own, understand the moral dimensions of your decisions and accept responsibility for them.

PO 6

Environment and Sustainability

Understand the issues of environmental contexts and sustainable development.

PO 7

Self-directed and Life-long Learning

Acquire the ability to strengthen independent and life-long learning in the broadest context socio-technological changes.