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Bachelors Programme: Master’s Programme Doctoral Programme
  • B.A. Honours in English
  • B.A. Honours in English

About the Discipline

  • The discipline focuses on critical reading of texts to understand the social, cultural, psychological and philosophical implications conveyed through various genres of literature. A better understanding of the nuances of the English Language is promoted, while giving insights into the human experience through the ages by studying diverse narratives from all over the world. Students will also study the evolution of the English language as well as its unique linguistic features.

Graduate Attributes

  • Graduate attributes bridge the gap between academia and the real world, fostering lifelong learning and meaningful contributions. They denote the skills, competencies and high-level qualities that a student should acquire during their university education. Apart from gathering content knowledge, these attributes go beyond the assimilation of information to its application in various contexts throughout a graduate’s life. It aims in inculcating the art of critical thinking, problem solving professionalism, leadership readiness, teamwork, communication skills and intellectual breadth of knowledge. The University of Kerala envisages to pave the path in guiding the student’s journey to shape these attributes uniquely, making them integral to personal growth and success in various spheres of life. The University strives to ensure that these graduate attributes are not just checkboxes, but they play a pivotal role in shaping the students into capable, compassionate and responsible individuals with a high degree of social responsibility.

Programme Outcomes

  • PO-1 Critical thinking


    ○ analyze information objectively and make a reasoned judgment
    ○ draw reasonable conclusions from a set of information, and discriminate between useful and less useful details to solve problems or make decisions
    ○ identify logical flaws in the arguments of others
    ○ evaluate data, facts, observable phenomena, and research findings to draw valid and relevant results that are domain-specific

  • PO-2 Complex problem-solving

    ○ solve different kinds of problems in familiar and no-familiar contexts and apply the learning to real-life situations
    ○ analyze a problem, generate and implement a solution and to assess the success of the plan
    ○ understand how the solution will affect both the people involved and the surrounding environment

  • PO-3 Creativity

    ○ produce or develop original work, theories and techniques
    ○ think in multiple ways for making connections between seemingly unrelated concepts or phenomena
    ○ add a unique perspective or improve existing ideas or solutions
    ○ generate, develop and express original ideas that are useful or have values

  • PO-4 Communication skills

    ○ convey or share ideas or feelings effectively
    ○ use words in delivering the intended message with utmost clarity
    ○ engage the audience effectively
    ○ be a good listener who are able to understand, respond and empathize with the speaker
    ○ confidently share views and express himself/herself

  • PO-5 Leadership qualities

    ○ work effectively and lead respectfully with diverse teams
    ○ build a team working towards a common goal
    ○ motivate a group of people and make them achieve the best possible solution.
    ○ help and support others in their difficult times to tide over the adverse situations with courage

  • PO-6 Learning ‘how to learn’ skills

    ○ acquire new knowledge and skills, including ‘learning how to learn skills, that are necessary for pursuing learning activities throughout life, through self-paced and self-directed learning
    ○ work independently, identify appropriate resources required for further learning
    ○ acquire organizational skills and time management to set self-defined goals and targets with timelines
    ○ inculcate a healthy attitude to be a lifelong learner

  • PO-7 Digital and technological skills

    ○ use ICT in a variety of learning and work situations, access, evaluate, and use a variety of relevant information sources
    ○ use appropriate software for analysis of data
    ○ understand the pitfalls in the digital world and keep safe from them

  • PO-8 Value inculcation

    ○ embrace and practice constitutional, humanistic, ethical, and moral values in life including universal human values of truth, righteous conduct, peace, love, nonviolence, scientific temper, citizenship values
    ○ formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives
    ○ identify ethical issues related to work, and follow ethical practices, including avoiding unethical behaviour such as fabrication, falsification or misrepresentation of data, or committing plagiarism, and adhering to intellectual property rights
    ○ adopt an objective, unbiased, and truthful actions in all aspects of work

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)

  • Upon completion of BA in English Degree Programme, the graduate will achieve the following skills.

    1. Proficient Language Skills: Exhibit mastery in English language skills, effectively communicating in academic and professional contexts.
    2. Advanced Literary Analysis: Demonstrate excellence in analysing diverse literary forms, utilising critical theories to interpret texts within socio-cultural and historical frameworks.
    3. Cultural Awareness and Appreciation: Develop cultural sensitivity by valuing diverse literary traditions, perspectives, and voices, including those that are marginalised or underrepresented.
    4. Research and Scholarly Proficiency: Develop advanced research skills, capable of producing original analyses in English Language and Literature individually and as a group.
    5. Creative Expression and Innovation: Engage in creative expression through various literary forms, demonstrating originality, imagination, and craftsmanship, while contributing innovative perspectives to the discourse in English Literature. 
    6. Effective Communication Mastery: Effectively communicate ideas, interpretations, and arguments in both written and oral forms.
    7. Digital Literacy and Technological Competence: Demonstrate proficiency in utilising digital tools and resources for literary research, analysis, and communication, while upholding ethical standards and best practices in the digital domain.
    8. Ethical Engagement and Intellectual Integrity: Engage ethically in literary practice, upholding principles of academic integrity, respecting diverse perspectives, and promoting inclusivity and social justice within literary discourse, thereby developing intellectual integrity and responsible scholarship.
    9. Interdisciplinary Connections: Recognise and explore interdisciplinary connections between literature and other fields, enriching their understanding and interpretation of literary texts.
    10. Lifelong Learning and Professional Development: Develop a commitment to lifelong learning, continuing to engage with literature, language, and literary scholarship beyond their formal education, and contributing to the ongoing enrichment and evolution of the field.
    11. Practical Literary Criticism: Apply advanced literary analysis skills to evaluate and critique literary works in real world contexts, demonstrating the ability to assess literary merit, thematic depth, and socio-cultural significance.
    12. Professional Writing Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in professional writing, producing clear, concise, and effective written materials for specific purposes.
    13. Cultural Communication Competence: Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across diverse cultural contexts.
    14. Community Engagement and Outreach: Actively engage with local communities to promote literacy, cultural enrichment, and social inclusion through literary initiatives and outreach programs.
    15. Global Perspectives in Literature: Demonstrate an understanding of global literary traditions and perspectives, fostering cross-cultural awareness and appreciation. 

COURSES OFFERED

  • Semester One

    1. Ability Enhancement Courses UK1AECENG104 Business Communication I
    2. Ability Enhancement Courses UK1AECENG110 Reading Literature I
    3. Ability Enhancement Courses UK1AECENG112 English Grammar and Communication
    4. Discipline Specific Core UK1DSCENG100 Introduction to Literary Studies
    5. Discipline Specific Core UK1DSCENG101 Reading Cinema
    6. Discipline Specific Core UK1DSCENG102 Language for Media
    7. Multi Disciplinary Courses UK1MDCENG101 Gender and Society

  • Semester Two

    1. Ability Enhancement Courses UK2AECENG104 Business Communication II
    2. Ability Enhancement Courses UK2AECENG110 Reading Literature II
    3. Ability Enhancement Courses UK2AECENG112 English Grammar and Communication
    4. Discipline Specific Core UK2DSCENG101 Media Practices
    5. Discipline Specific Core UK2DSCENG102 Popular Literature
    6. Discipline Specific Core UK2DSCENG105 Language for Specific Purposes
    7.  Multi Disciplinary Courses UK2MDCENG102 New Media and Society

  • Semester Three

    1. Discipline Specific Core UK3DSCENG201 British Literature: Anglo-Saxons to the Puritans
    2. Discipline Specific Core UK3DSCENG202 Women's Writing in India
    3. Discipline Specific Core UK3DSCENG204 Film and Literature
    4. Discipline Specific Elective UK3DSEENG201 AI and Digital Literature
    5. Multi Disciplinary Courses UK3MDCENG201 Kerala Studies-Art and Culture
    6. Value Addition Courses UK3VACENG201 ENVIRONMENTAL NARRATIVES

  • Semester Four

    1. Discipline Specific Core UK4DSCENG202 British Literature: Augustans to Victorians
    2. Discipline Specific Core UK4DSCENG205 Literary Criticism
    3. Discipline Specific Elective UK4DSEENG202 Brand Narratives
    4. FYUGP Skill Enhancement Courses UK4SECENG200 English for Employability
    5. Internship UK4INTENG200 Summer Internship
    6. Value Addition Courses UK4VACENG200 Cinema and the Art of Communication
    7. Value Addition Courses UK4VACENG201 Digital Empowerment

  • Semester Five

    1. Discipline Specific Core UK5DSCENG300 20th and 21st Century British Literature
    2. Discipline Specific Core UK5DSCENG303 Introduction to Literary Theory
    3. Discipline Specific Core UK5DSCENG304 Indian Literature
    4. Discipline Specific Elective UK5DSEENG305 The Art of Podcasting
    5. Discipline Specific Elective UK5DSEENG306 Screen Writing and Subtitling
    6. FYUGP Skill Enhancement Courses UK5SECENG300 English for Professional Communication
    7. FYUGP Skill Enhancement Courses UK5SECENG301 Personality Development and Communication Mastery for Career Success

  • Semester Six

    1. Discipline Specific Core UK6DSCENG302 Creative Writing for Advertising
    2. Discipline Specific Core UK6DSCENG303 Theatre Studies
    3. Discipline Specific Core UK6DSCENG306 Linguistics
    4. Discipline Specific Elective UK6DSEENG300 Critical Review for Media
    5. Discipline Specific Elective UK6DSEENG305 Spaces of Women in Cinema
    6. FYUGP Skill Enhancement Courses UK6SECENG300 Writing for Print Media
    7. FYUGP Skill Enhancement Courses UK6SECENG301 Developing and Curating Digital content

  • Semester Seven

    1. Discipline Specific Core UK7DSCENG400 Cultural Studies
    2. Discipline Specific Core UK7DSCENG402 English Language Teaching
    3. Discipline Specific Core UK7DSCENG404 Film Studies
    4. Discipline Specific Core UK7DSCENG405 Critical Discourse Analysis
    5. Discipline Specific Core UK7DSCENG406 Academic Writing for Humanities
    6. Discipline Specific Elective UK7DSEENG403 Narrating the Multiverse