About M.A. English

(2-year course)

Number of Seats: 20

M.A. English Program proposes to offer an overview of disparate literature that has been produced spatiotemporally in various languages and genres. The purpose is to facilitate a detailed study of the established classics and acknowledged masterpieces across the world, commencing from the fourteenth century, when English as a language was acknowledged and appreciated at par with Latin and French. The program targets to develop an understanding of the theoretical and critical perspectives covered under different genres of literature so as to impart knowledge of the historical background of English literature with its continuing influence in the subsequent eras. The program intends to develop comprehensive insights into the cultural nuances and experiential living of numerous societies across the globe. The program comprises literature and a significant component of linguistics to groom and nurture the students into competent assets, employable in multiple avenues that specialization in English opens up in the professional world. The course attempts to inculcate the principles of “gender sensitivity,” “social responsibility,” “community service” and “national pride,” which are the underlining tenets of this program.

Program-specific outcomes:

M.A. English Program specifically aspires to inculcate the following in the students:

• Acquaintance with the writers and theorists of different ages across the world along with their concerns, ideas, and perspectives.
• Application of the knowledge of language and literature in different spheres of life.
• A critical acumen to analyze and evaluate the scholarly works of English literature.
• Interpersonal skills and ethical values for the holistic development of the students.
• Expertise in writing and oratory skills in a variety of formats, such as articles, essays, critical reviews of literary texts, debates, declamations, panel discussions, and seminar presentations.

Benefits and scope of studying M.A. English:

Pursuing M.A. in English improves one’s career opportunities. There is a vast scope of this course. A candidate after finishing his/her postgraduate course in English can opt for further studies like Ph.D. as well. The course offers an ample number of job opportunities. A postgraduate degree holder of M.A. English can work as a translator, teacher, writer, and journalist. A student, after finishing his/her post-graduation in English, can also choose to work in the international market. The students can also self-employ themselves or work as freelancers.

Career options after M.A. English:

Candidates with a Master’s degree in English have a multitude of career opportunities available to them. They can work as Writers, Teachers, Journalists, Translators, editors, etc. They can work in different industries like Advertising Industries, Media Houses, Embassies, and many more.

List of popular career options after completing M.A. English:

• Teacher
• IELTS Coach
• Content Writer
• Editor
• Journalist
• Translator
• News Anchor
• Author
• Proofreader