MA English
START
June
ATTENDANCE
Full Time
DURATION
2 Years
In 2017, the Department of English at the college expanded its academic offerings by introducing the MA English programme, marking a significant step in its development as a postgraduate department. The department, with its dedicated team of experienced faculty members, continues to provide a rich and intellectually stimulating environment, encouraging critical engagement with literature, language, and cultural studies. With a focus on academic excellence, the department’s dynamic curriculum equips students for research and professional careers in a wide range of fields.
The MA English programme is designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of English literature, language, and critical theories. It fosters an intellectually engaging atmosphere where students explore diverse literary traditions, interdisciplinary approaches, and contemporary cultural discussions. The programme emphasizes independent research, critical analysis, and creative inquiry, ensuring that students develop a comprehensive understanding of literary texts.
Guided by a team of experienced faculty, the curriculum is tailored to enhance students’ research capabilities and analytical skills. It prepares graduates for further studies, teaching, publishing, and a variety of other professional opportunities.
Program Objectives
- Advance Literary Analysis : To develop a deep understanding of literary theories, critical approaches, and advanced analytical skills for interpreting diverse literary texts.
- Strengthen Language and Communication Skills: To refine students’ proficiency in academic writing, critical argumentation, and professional communication.
- Explore Interdisciplinary Perspectives: To integrate insights from history, philosophy, gender studies, postcolonial studies, and digital humanities into literary analysis.
- Enhance Research and Scholarship : To equip students with research methodologies, academic writing skills, and the ability to contribute to literary and cultural studies through original research.
- Engage with Global and Indian Literatures: To provide an in-depth study of both global and Indian literary traditions, fostering comparative literary perspectives.
- Encourage Creative and Critical Expression: To cultivate students’ ability to engage in creative writing, translation studies, and critical thinking beyond conventional literary frameworks.
- Prepare for Academic and Professional Careers: To provide a strong foundation for careers in teaching, publishing, content writing, media, and research-based professions.
- Promote Ethical and Cultural Awareness: To nurture a sense of ethical responsibility, cultural sensitivity, and a global outlook through literature and critical discourse.
