Introduction

This course offers an in-depth exploration of literary traditions across various periods and genres, including fiction, classical and Renaissance poetry, and American novels. Students will study English drama from the 16th and 17th centuries, gaining insights into theatrical forms and themes during these times. The curriculum further includes studies in criticism and theory, providing tools for literary analysis. Additionally, it covers a broad range of British and American poetry and drama.

Spanning extensive historical periods, the course offers a thorough examination of literature from the long 18th, the long 19th, and the long 20th centuries. This includes an exploration of key literary developments and their socio-cultural contexts. Students will also engage with literature through the lens of world and Indian cinema, enabling exploration of critical theoretical and contextual approaches to film and theatre.Special focus areas include partition writings, which critically analyses partition of India as a major socio-historical phenomenon and assesses its reflection in Literature, and Dalit studies, which explore the literature and cultural expressions of marginalized communities. This course lays a great emphasis on dissertation, which helps the students to develop critical acumen towards research studies and conduct research in the most ethical manner.

3 Years Graduate Degree ( Bachelor in English Literature) +

Modern Indian Writing in English Translation
British Literature: The Early 20th Century
Women’s Writing
Project Evaluation(Based on Internship)
Organisational Behaviour

Modern European Drama
Postcolonial Literature
British Romantic Literature
Literary Theory
Youth Gender and Identity
Travel Writing

This course offers students a deep understanding of literature, culture, and society across diverse contexts. Through exploration of Indian and regional literature, modernist works, and women's literature, students gain insights into belief systems, gender equality, and translation issues. Studies in Modern European Drama, colonial history, and post-colonial literature enhance comprehension of socio-political dynamics and identity issues. The course also covers literary theory and criticism, fostering analytical skills and theoretical understanding. Additionally, the students undertake summer internship that enables them to acquire hands on work experience in lucrative and relevant fields like Creative Writing and Digital Marketing. In short, this course provides exposure to the themes of youth, gender and identity, cultivating cultural awareness and critical perspectives alongside hands on experience for rounded development.

2 Years Diploma +

American Literature
British Poetry and Drama - 17th and 18th centuries
Popular Literature
Academic Writing and Composition
Film Studies
Foreign Language - French I
Digital Empowerment

British Literature 18th century
British Literature 19th century
British Romantic Literature
Cotemporary India: Women and Empowerment
Creative Writing
Foreign Language - French II
Emotional Intelligence
MOOC

The students would be familiarized with the American idea of Democracy and of 17th and 18th century British society and Literature. This interdisciplinary course offers students a deep understanding of how literature, history, culture, and society intersect. Through studying diverse literary genres and historical periods, students explore the evolution of ideas and societal norms. By critically analysing texts, they gain insights into the historical, economic and socio-political contexts influencing literary production. Additionally, the course examines the relationship between literature and film, enhances language proficiency through French language and culture, and explores contemporary gender dynamics in literature. To sum it up, this course equips students with analytical skills, cultural literacy, and critical thinking for academic success and engaged citizenship.

1 Year Certificate +

Indian Classical Literature
European Classical Literature
Media and Communication skills
English Communication
Computer Applications
Constitutional Values and Fundamental Rights and Duties

Indian Writing in English
British Poetry and Drama-14th to 17th Centuries
History of English Literature
Psychology at work
Environmental Studies
Soft skills
MOOC

The main objective of this comprehensive course is to cultivate a holistic understanding and mastery of communication, literature, critical thinking, technological proficiency, environmental consciousness, and soft skills. Through a multifaceted curriculum covering from the teachings of the ancient masters to contemporary theories, students will develop the ability to articulate ideas effectively, analyse various forms of media and literature and understand the evolution of language and literary traditions. They would be able to utilise communication tools and techniques, comprehend the interplay between sociopolitical contexts and artistic expression, interpret and apply psychological theories in workplace settings, and foster a proactive environmental ethos. Ultimately, this course aims to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for personal, social, and professional success in today's dynamic world.

Course Objective

The course essentially aims to:

Help strengthen the students’ linguistic capabilities through both theoretical lessons and practical sessions.
Introduce enrolled students to the political, social, cultural, economic, and intellectual backgrounds of the various periods in literary history.
Help candidates specialize in their chosen area by means of the electives included in the curriculum.
Offer a deep insight into the world of literature and enable students to critically appreciate major literary works of the world.
Enhance the communication skills and writing skills which are essential in the growing world.

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

Our well- planned lectures are blend of theory and practice that enable our students to learn how to analyse a multitude of texts, they learn how to read different texts and analyse the style, use of different types of language, and meaning, in depth.
Extensive writing training and Dissertation Projects provide the students to learn how to write clearly, concisely and analytically in stylistically different forms.
Practical Seminar Sessions and presentations by the students provide transferable skills that teach them to deconstruct and analyse in order to provide a critical viewpoint in all areas as well as build their Public Speaking Skills.
Activities: varied activities organised in the campus provide the students a platform to express their talents and demonstrate their strong grasp of the English language.
Foreign Language: Elementary / working knowledge of Foreign Language such that the student can effectively converse and correspond in that language on various issues.
Guest Lectures from proficient speakers: Students are provided opportunities to develop critical thinking and expert viewpoints through Guest Lectures.
Personality Development sessions held for our students aim at enhancing professional skills, employability, quality of life, self-discipline, talent and potential.
The Mentoring Programme in the campus provides support, a sounding board, knowledge, encouragement, guidance, counselling and constructive feedback to the mentee by developing a genuine interest in the growth of their abilities and talents throughout the session.
Offered Internship Opportunities provide our students a hands-on experience and help them fine-tune the marketable skills and prepare for applying those skills and knowledge in the real world.

Course Highlights

The course helps to enhance the ability to critique and analyse a broad range of materials while also developing the ability to communicate ideas and theories through its well planned and structured lectures.
The broad range of different literature texts help build the awareness of different theoretical schools and approaches to literary criticism.
Activities organized for the students help them to develop an efficiency to work within a team to develop and present ideas, leading and participating in discussions
The foreign language learning provides the students the knowledge of how language has evolved and keeps them up to date with the trends that have emerged through time.
The Personality development sessions and Mentoring programs helps in enhancing professional skills, employability, quality of life, self-discipline, talent and potential of the students.
The Enlightening Guest Lecture series offers a new perspective to specific topics and exposes the students to teachings drawn from real-life experiences.
The seminar presentations are an integral part of this course that enable our students to gain experience in the critical assessment of the available literature, practice the use of various resources to extract information using various tools.

Eligibility

Minimum 50% marks in 10+2 (best of four) including English