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Program Details

Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in English

Arts in English

Program Code02161
DegreeUndergraduate
DurationAs approved
Total Credit140.00
Tuition FeeContact office
About The Program

Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in English

<strong>Department of English: Encouraging Expression, Inspiring Imagination</strong> Step into a world where language becomes power, literature shapes perception, and communication bridges cultures—welcome to the Department of English at Teesta University. Rooted in intellectual inquiry and creative exploration, our department fosters a vibrant academic environment that nurtures critical thinking, expressive clarity, and cultural awareness. Here, students are prepared to become insightful scholars, effective communicators, and impactful global citizens. <strong>Language, Literature, and Beyond:</strong> Students at the Department of English are actively engaged with the depth of local and global literatures as well as the array of language. We address the historical, sociocultural, and narrative contexts that influence human experience through both classical and modern writings. Our curriculum emphasizes conceptualization, creative endeavor, and interdisciplinary ideas while balancing the study of British, American, postcolonial, and global literature. <strong>Holistic Learning Experience:</strong> We believe in cultivating well-rounded individuals. Our BA (Hons.) in English offers more than just literary studies—students also explore linguistics, critical theory, rhetoric, academic writing, media studies, and cultural criticism. This broad spectrum empowers learners with a versatile skill set for various academic and professional pathways. <strong>Research and Critical Inquiry:</strong> From exploring language patterns and cultural themes to evaluating literary movements, our department invites students to participate in extensive research. Students engage in research projects, presentations, and articles that foster academic rigor and originality of thinking while supervised by our committed teachers. <strong>Creative and Academic Expression:</strong> Our department encourages scholarly and creative expression in many forms, including poetry, drama, essays, and storytelling. In addition to participating in writing contests and contributing to literary publications, students are encouraged to discover their own voices as up-and-coming authors, editors, or performers. <strong>Experiential Learning and Workshops:</strong> We provide a range of workshops, seminars, and guest lectures with academics, authors, and media professionals that go beyond the classroom. Students' practical understanding is improved by these interactions, which expose them to contemporary developments in the publishing, communication, language education, and literary industries. <strong>Community, Culture, and Collaboration:</strong> Become a part of an active community of readers, producers, and thinkers. Through language festivals, theater productions, literary clubs, and cultural activities, the Department of English generates teamwork. In addition to boosting self-esteem, these activities improve governance, structuring, and presentation abilities. Embark on a journey of exploration, expression, and academic growth with the Department of English at Teesta University. Here, we don't just study language—we celebrate its power to connect, question, and transform lives.

Admission Requirements

Syllabus: /media/legacy/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/English.pdf

Curriculum

Program Course List

Level 1 - Semester 1

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 1101 Introduction to Composition 3.00
ENG 1102 Reading Comprehension 3.00
ENG 1103 English Writing and Public Speaking 3.00
ENG 1104 Introduction to Modern English Prose 3.00
ENGV 1100 Viva voce 1.00
GED 1105 Basic Computer Skills 3.00

Level 1 - Semester 2

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 1201 Advanced Writing Skills and Presentation 3.00
ENG 1202 Introduction to Western Drama 3.00
ENG 1203 Introduction to English Poetry 3.00
ENGV 1200 Viva voce 1.00
GED 1204 Ethics and Equity 3.00
GED 1205 Liberation war of Bangladesh 3.00

Level 2 - Semester 1

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 2301 Introduction to Linguistics 3.00
ENG 2302 16th & 17th Century Drama 3.00
ENG 2303 Victorian Poetry and Prose 3.00
ENG 2304 Advanced Speaking and Listening 3.00
ENG 2305 Theories of Second Language Acquisition 3.00
ENGV 2300 Viva voce 1.00
GED 2306 Introduction to Bengali Language and Literature 3.00

Level 2 - Semester 2

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 2401 English Phonetics and Phonology 3.00
ENG 2402 Romantic Poetry in English Literature 3.00
ENG 2403 18th Century Poetry & Drama 3.00
ENG 2404 18th & 19th Century Novels 3.00
ENG 2405 European History-I (Renaissance To French Revolution) 3.00
ENGV 2400 Viva voce 1.00

Level 3 - Semester 1

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 3501 Sociolinguistics 3.00
ENG 3502 Psycholinguistics 3.00
ENG 3503 Literary Criticism-I 3.00
ENGV 3500 Viva voce 1.00
GED 3504 E-Commerce and Entrepreneurship 3.00
GED 3505 English for Specific Purposes 3.00
GED 3506 Gender and Cultural Studies 3.00

Level 3 - Semester 2

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 3601 Syllabus Designing and Materials Development 3.00
ENG 3602 Literary Criticism-II 3.00
ENG 3603 Modern English Poetry 3.00
ENG 3604 American Literature 3.00
ENG 3605 History of English Literature 3.00
ENGV 3600 Viva voce 1.00
GED 3606 Computer Assisted Language Learning 3.00

Level 4 - Semester 1

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 4701 ELT-I 3.00
ENG 4702 Introduction to Literary Theory 3.00
ENG 4703 Post-Colonial Literature 3.00
ENG 4704 20th Century Novels 3.00
ENG 4705 English for Specific Purposes 3.00
ENGV 4700 Viva voce 1.00

Level 4 - Semester 2

Course Code Course Title Credit
ENG 4801 ELT-II 3.00
ENG 4802 20th Century English Literature 3.00
ENG 4803 William Shakespeare 3.00
ENG 4804 Classics in Translation 3.00
ENG 4806 Translation Studies 3.00
ENGV 4800 Viva voce 1.00
GED 4805 Introduction to Cultural Studies 3.00