INTRODUCTION:

The program in English (Applied Linguistics) cultivates the ability to peruse critically and creatively—to see the value in the power and domain of language to shape thought and address the world—to be delicate to the manners by which literature is produced

The importance of language in itself and in literature cannot be overlooked. It is language through which literature is pictured and presented for the world. The study of literature remains incomplete without focusing on the delicacies of the language in which it is expressed. Language is inherently loaded with ideological meanings and understanding these imports of ideals requires an inquisitive mind, assisted by appropriate knowledge. The department of English aims at equipping the students with knowledge of linguistics, simultaneously introducing them to the aesthetics of literary studies, and infusing an interest in research

The program aims at developing learners’ ability to critically read and analyze linguistics and literary texts in their historical, socio-political, cultural, and philosophical contexts combined with aesthetic pleasure and intellectual stimulation. We seek to propagate freedom of inquiry and creativity through scholarship and learning of highest caliber among leaders of the future. The methodical approach to teaching is eclectic, offering courses in classical, modern, postmodern, and contemporary literature. The carefully chalked out scheme of study equally accentuates linguistics; introducing new streams in terms of rhetoric and critical discourse. The program structure is flexible and diverse to cater to the needs of the contemporary job market and student interests at the same time. Study of literature is blended with the study of English language with the aim of improving the linguistic and pedagogical competence of our students.

Our undergraduate program introduces a range of subjects that not only induce the spirit of learning and exploration, but also provides our students with a multi-dimensional world-view that inspires lifelong habits of critical thinking and compassionate understanding required for wholesome existence. While linguistic studies deal with the contours of communicative mediums, literature caters to instinctive understanding of life, encompassing a channeled arrays of cross-disciplinary concepts related to social, psychological and historical understanding, thus creating an influx of a sufficiently compact knowledge-base.

CAREER PROSPECTS:

  • The graduates of this program will be assets in content writing market including national and international organizations
  • The graduates of BS English will have strong knowledge and expertise in real-world language problems and can further pursue planning, research, and consultancy work for various firms.
  • The graduates of BS English can secure their spots in the language policy making and get involved in effective and sound policy making
  • Graduates of BS English will have strong knowledge and expertise required in English
  • Graduates will be able to secure market competitive jobs in the field of journalism and mass media

 

language problems and can further pursue planning, research, and consultancy work for various firms.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES:

PLO 1: Students will demonstrate the capacity to write and speak clearly, read perceptively, and think critically.

PLO 2: Students will demonstrate the understanding of historical traditions in English language and literature.

PLO 3: Students will demonstrate understanding of how written and spoken language expresses diverse cultural experiences.

PLO 4: Students will demonstrate a broad and integrated knowledge of literary theory, criticism, and pedagogy.

PLO 5: Students will demonstrate the ability to relate the language with culture

PLO 6: Students will demonstrate the ability to teach English for various purposes.

PLO 7: Students will be prepared for careers outside academe that require advanced analytical and communication skills.

PLO 8: Students will be able to engage with the texts that are culturally constructed in time, place, and tradition.

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 132

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • 12 Years education with at least 45%in annual system.
  • MAJU Admission Test and Previous Academic Performance.
  • Interview.

DURATION

  • BS in English program is a four-year degree program comprising of 8 semesters. There will be a Fall and a Spring semester each year. The summer semester can also be utilized as a bridging semester to improve the Grades. The minimum duration to complete the degree program is 04 years, and the maximum limit is 07

INTERNSHIPS

  • All students ideally undergo 4-8 weeks internship arranged by the placement office. The internship is usually taken after passing 72 Credit An internship coordinator closely monitors the course. Successful completion of an internship is an essential requirement for graduation.

DEGREE REQUIREMENT

  • Minimum 0/4.0 CGPA

PLAN OF STUDY

Semester I

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Compulsory Functional English 03
  2 Subject specific Foreign Language(Chinese/Arabic) 03
  3 General Islamic studies/Ethics 02
  4 General Principles of psychology 03
  5 General Principles of Management 03
  6 General Computer Concepts and Applications 03
  Total Cr. Hrs 17

Semester II

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Compulsory Introduction to Literature 03
  2 Subject specific Pak. Studies 02
  3 General Introduction to Linguistics 03
  4 General Business Mathematics 03
  5 General Business Statistics 03
  6 General Principles of Sociology 03
  Total Cr. Hrs 17

Semester III

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Subject specific Morphology & syntax 03
  2 Subject specific Oral Communication 03
  3 Subject specific Introduction to English Poetry 03
  4 Subject specific Teaching English as Second language 03
  5 Subject specific Language, Culture & Identity 03
  6 Subject specific Phonetics & Phonology 03
  Total Cr. Hrs 18

Semester IV

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Subject specific Psycholinguistics 03
  2 Subject specific Discourse analysis 03
  3 Subject specific Semantics and Pragmatics 03
  4 Subject specific Sociolinguistics 03
  5 Subject specific Technical Report Writing 03
  6 Subject specific Literary theory 03
  Total Cr. Hrs 18

Semester V

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Subject specific Stylistics 03
  2 Subject specific Technology in language teaching & learning 03
  3 Subject specific Curriculum development and Syllabus design 03
  4 Subject specific Forensic linguistics 03
  5 Subject specific Renaissance drama 03
6 Subject specific  Literary criticism 03
Total Cr. Hrs 18

Semester VI

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Subject specific Genre Analysis 03
  2 Subject specific Introduction to philosophy 03
  3 Subject specific Eras of English 03
  4 Subject specific Translation &interpretation studies 03
  5 Subject specific International Relations & Current affairs 03
6 Subject specific  South Asian/ World Literature 03
Total Cr. Hrs 18

Semester VII

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Subject specific Pedagogic Grammar 03
  2 Subject specific English for specific purposes 03
  3 Subject specific   Elective I 03
  4 Subject specific   Elective II 03
  5 Subject specific   Research Methods 03
6   Content Writing 03
Total Cr. Hrs 18

Semester VIII

  S.NO COURSE TYPE   COURSE NAME CREDIT HOURS
  1 Subject specific Language & gender 03
  2 Subject specific World Englishes 03
  3 Subject specific   Research Project 03
  4 Subject specific   Elective I 03
  5 Subject specific   Elective II 03
6 Subject specific   Journalistic Writing 03
Total Cr. Hrs 15

List of Electives:

1. Introduction to Computational Linguistics
2. Introduction to Critical Pedagogy
3. Language testing & Assessment
4. Pakistani English
5. Second language acquisition
6. Entrepreneurship
7. Strategic business leader
8. Clinical Linguistics
9. Marketing studies
10. Language Testing and Assessment
11. Language and education
12. English for academic purposes
13. Corpus linguistics
14. Critical discourse analysis
15. Media Discourse Analysis
16. cognitive psychology
17. International business management and standards 18. Artificial intelligence
19. Interpersonal skills and business management
20. Public relations