About the Department
The Department of English was instigated in the year 2018 and abodes an energetic, diverse, and engaged faculty. English literature opens up a world of inspiration and creativity, while also developing skills that are essential for today’s global environment. It is a chance to discover how literature makes sense of the world through stories, poems, novels and plays. It is also an opportunity to sharpen your own ability to write, read, analyze and persuade.
Students engage in high-level study of literature and cultivate their abilities in advanced interpretation, innovation, and writing. A graduate degree in Literature represents a high standard of achievement in analysis and critical reasoning.
- The Department has ‘Shakespeare Literary Forum’ and it organizes various competitions like JAM, Essay Writing Contest, Elocution and Extempore.
- The Department organizes Guest Lectures, Seminars to enhance the skills of the students towards empowerment.
- The Department provides Communication Skills and Soft Skills Training for strengthening the career opportunities.
- The Department has planned to offer Value Added Certificate Courses on English.
| S.No. | Staff Name | Qualification | Designation | Area of Specialization |
| 1 | Dr. M. Nallathambi | M.A. ., M.Phil., B.Ed., Ph.D., | Associate Professor & Head | American Literature |
| 2 | Dr. R. KarthickBabu | M.A. ., M.Phil., Ph.D., | Associate Professor | Gothic Literature, Vampire Literature & Film Studies |
| 3 | Dr. C. Thenmozhi | M.A. ., M.Phil., Ph.D., | Assistant Professor | Canadian Literature & Feminism |
| 4 | Ms. U. Muthukumari | MA., B.Ed., M.Phil., NET | Assistant Professor | English Language Teaching, Literary Theories |
| 5 | Mr. A. Sangeeth Kumar | MA., M.Phil., SET | Assistant Professor | British literature |
Program Differentiators
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S. No. |
Differentiators |
Expected Outcome / Impact |
| 1. | Hands-on assignments in speaking, drafting, compering | Instills, develops and sharpens the respective skills |
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2. |
Classes filled with fun, stories, anecdotes, etc. | Makes the leaning interesting and pleasant |
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3. |
VAT Sessions | Enhancing employability |
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4. |
Phonetics and Accent Training | Perfection in speaking |
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5. |
Mandatory Internship in Press, Media, Schools and events | Provides opportunity to compare and strengthen the conceptual leaning and the practical applications |
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6. |
Comprehensive Viva Voce | Examines the comprehensive knowledge base in the domain |
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7. |
Special Lectures by the Language experts and Communication trainers | Enhances the knowledge of the respective practices and applications |
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8. |
Mini Projects in creative applications of language | Practical exposure and research-blend |
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9. |
Intensive training on grammatical aptitude | Strengthens the knowledge on the right application of fundamental and advanced grammar rules |
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10. |
Flipped Classroom | Enhances the efficiency in learning |
| 11. | Exposure on TOEFL & IELTS | Enhances the chances for better placement |
B.A English Eligibility and Scope
- Higher Secondary
B.A English Higher Education Prospects
- M.A English Literature
- M.A Linguistics
- M.A. Mass Media and Journalism
- Diploma in Mass Media and Journalism
- Diploma in English Language Teaching
- Doctoral Degree in English Literature (Ph.D)
B.A English Job Opportunities
The Department of English provides an ample of opportunities in different sectors like
- Digital copywriter
- Editorial assistant
- Journalist
- Publishing copy-editor/proof-reader
- Teaching: In Schools after B.Ed.
- Teaching: In Colleges/Universities after PG/PhD
- Talent agent
- Web content Developer
- Writer
- Advertising copywriter
- Arts administrator
- Education consultant
- Marketing executive
- Media researcher
- PPC specialist
- Private tutor
- Social media Manager
- Radio Jockey
- Web content manager
- Public Relations officer
- Non voice BPO : Digitization of books magazines
- Executive in tourism and hospitality industries
- Front office executive in any office
- Call Center executive
Curriculum
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I Year B.A English Literature |
Semester – I |
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Subject |
Credit |
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| Tamil – I | 03 | |
| English – I | 03 | |
| Prose | 05 | |
| Short Stories | 05 | |
| Social History of England | 03 | |
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I Year B.A English Literature |
Semester – II |
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Subject |
Credit |
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| Tamil – II | 03 | |
| English – II | 03 | |
| Poetry I | 05 | |
| Fiction | 05 | |
| Literary Forms | 03 | |
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II Year B.A English Literature |
Semester – III |
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Subject |
Credit |
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| Tamil – III | 03 | |
| English – III | 03 | |
| Poetry – II | 05 | |
| Once Act Plays | 05 | |
| History of English Literature – I | 03 | |
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II Year B.A English Literature |
Semester – IV |
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Subject |
Credit |
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| Tamil – IV | 03 | |
| English – IV | 03 | |
| Drama | 05 | |
| Introduction to Language and Linguistics | 05 | |
| History of English Literature – II | 03 | |
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III Year B.A English Literature |
Semester – V |
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Subject |
Credit |
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| Shakespeare | 05 | |
| Principles of Literary Criticism | 05 | |
| American Literature | 05 | |
| Indian Culture and Literature | 05 | |
| Translation: Theory and Practice | 03 | |
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III Year B.A English Literature |
Semester – VI |
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Subject |
Credit |
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| Indian Writing in English | 05 | |
| Common Wealth Literature | 05 | |
| English Language Teaching | 05 | |
| Journalism | 04 | |
| English for Competitive Examinations | 04 | |