B.A. (Hons. with Research) English *

Programme Level

Under Graduate

Duration

4 Years

About the Programme

*4-year Undergraduate Degree (Honours with Research)

This is to inform all the concerned that as envisaged in NEP2020, the University has introduced a 4-year Undergraduate (UG) Degree (Honours with Research) from the academic year 2022-23

The students who secure 75% marks or a 7.5 CGPAand above, in the first six semesters, and wish to undertake research at the UG level can choose a research stream in the fourth year.

Such students should do a research project or dissertation under the guidance of a faculty member of the University. The research project/dissertation will be in the major discipline. The students who secure 160 credits, including 12 credits from a research project/dissertation, are awarded a 4-year UG Degree (Honours with Research).

S. No.	Broad Category of Course	Minimum Credit Requirement for a4-Year UG Programme
1	Major (Core)	80
2	Minor Stream	32
3	Multidisciplinary	09
4	Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC)	08
5	Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC)	09
6	Value Added Courses common for all UG	06-08
7	Summer Internship	02-04
8	Research Project/ Dissertation	12
9	Total	160

4-year UG Degree with Honours

# In the event, students fail to secure 75% marks or a 7.5 CGPA in the first six semesters, they will be awarded a 4-year UG Degree with Honours only. In addition, students not undertaking research will do 3 courses for 12 credits in lieu of a research project / Dissertation.

(Source: - UGC Curriculum & Credit Framework for Undergraduate Programmes)

Eligibility

XII with minimum 50% marks in aggregate

Students with a CUET / SAT (DI Code - 71057 ) score will be given preference in the merit list
For Migration from Other Universities:
1) B.A (Hons/Hons with Research) English Ist yr. minimum 50% marks or equivalent
2) XII with minimum 50% marks in aggregate

Fee Structure

Duration

4 Years

Tuition Fee (per annum)

65,000

Exam Fee (per annum)

20,000

Accidental Insurance (Per Annum)

650

Caution Money (One Time Payment )

2000

Student ID Card

1000

Program Structure

Programme Outcomes

Critically analyse a given text employing diverse literary and linguistic theories and methodologies

Appreciate a given text across diverse genres, historical periods, and cultural contexts applying the knowledge of English language and literature

Demonstrate an understanding of the cultural, historical, and social contexts in which texts are produced

Think critically and develop relevant discourses using literary and linguistic tools to analyse a given text, and formulate reasoned arguments, and propose creative solutions

Conduct research and synthesize information to support scholarly arguments.

Recognize and articulate connections between literature and language with other disciplines, such as psychology, sociology, polity, history, philosophy, ethics, law, technology, etc.

Communicate effectively the complex ideas, arguments, and interpretations clearly persuasively, and effectively in academic writing and other professional context

Apply ethical principles in a professional setting and engage in diverse cultural and global perspectives, fostering empathy, understanding, and ethical awareness of different practices

Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and develop professionalism and adaptability to work in multicultural settings

Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context.

Programme Educational Objectives

Apply the concepts of language and literature to facilitate successful higher education and emerge as an expert whether educator, researcher or practitioner.

Successfully pursue career pathways such as teacher, language expert, critic, editor, scholar, etc.

Develop quality projects in different areas of English language and literature and contribute toward cultural, linguistic and other developmental agencies in India and abroad.