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BA (H.) English Program Objective BA (H.) English Program Objective The Bachelor of Arts Degree Program is a very creative and unique undergraduate program. The aim of this course is to provide a rich understanding of theory and practice as well in specific fields; a strong foundation that will enable students to translate their academic experience in the professional world. The program offers a range of popular optional streams, i.e. English, Psychology and Sociology. The emphasis is laid on the development of critical thinking, analytical, written and oral presentation skills. The course is offering students a unique opportunity to gain awareness in cutting-edge theories and research and to critically reflect, discuss and write about issues from varied perspectives. The B.A. (Honors) degree program is intellectually demanding preparation for a wide range of professional works, and certainly moulding students into highly skilled, versatile, independent thinkers with interpersonal skills that will establish them as prolific professionals. This course erects the platform for students to select best courses further to rise towards zenith. Generic Programme Learning Outcomes PLO1. Disciplinary / Professional Knowledge: Define and demonstrate an understanding of fundamental concepts, theories, principles and terminology of concerned discipline (literature, linguistics, sociology, psychology, political science and social work). PLO2. Problem analysis and solutions: Analyse problems and issues concerning language, literature, social sciences, human affairs/psyche and socio-psychological or socio-political matters. Apply experience and knowledge of subject to solve existing problems in the field of study. PLO3. Modern Methods, Tools and Techniques: Apply and use modern methods, tools and techniques to solve complex problems and issues of the discipline; and create a human friendly environment. PLO4. Inter and Trans-disciplinary development: Identify, differentiate and assess how language, literature, history, sociology, psychology, political science, social work, science, technology, etc. are connected to one another and contribute to human society. Demonstrate an understanding of interdisciplinary and trans-disciplinary approach of learning. PLO5. Ethics and Integrated Value System: Apply professional ethics, responsibilities towards society, culture, race, religion and nation while suggesting new ideas or solutions to existing problems and try to establish integrated value system in society. PLO6. Individual and Team Work: Take part in teamwork comfortably while working with people of different interest, class, community, culture and socio-political background and in the work of individual interest. PLO7. Communication and Presentation: Communicate confidently the knowledge acquired from literature, linguistics, sociology, political science, psychology, social work, etc. to the society in both written and oral form. Organize effective presentations on the subjects of their interest. PLO8. Vocational and Industry Exposure: Apply professional skills and industry exposure to serve industry and society. PLO9. Lifelong Learning: Utilize theoretical and practical knowledge of the subject in day-to-day situations to improve upon lifestyle and social condition either at workplace or at home, throughout life. PLO10. Education and Society: Discuss and Estimate the impact of theories and concepts in an individual’s holistic education and integral development of society. PLO11. Environment Sustainability, Social Sensitivity and Rural Development: Propose innovative ideas and modify outdated techniques and methods for sustainable development. Motivate general public for the protection/conservation of natural resources. Demonstrate sensitivity towards rural and backward society and design policies/projects for their integral development. PLO12. National Integration, Constitution, Culture and Heritage: Value and take part in activities concerning national integration, constitution, culture and heritage. Programme Specific Objectives PSO1. Demonstrate the knowledge of fundamental terminologies, concepts, theories, genres, movements, schools, etc. of English language and literature. PSO2. Apply theoretical and conceptual framework to identify, understand, explain, and solve problems in their domain. PSO3. Analyse and evaluate a given text or a piece of literature or a socio-political situation on the basis of established theoretical, conceptual and ethical frameworks; and imagine and propose innovative ideas for the development of the individual, the discipline and the nation. B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with POLITICAL SCIENCE I Year: I Semester Year: I Semester S. Subject Subject L T P CIE ESE Total No. Code C THEORY CORE 1. BHU1015 English Drama-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 2. BHU1016 English Fiction-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 Literary Talk and Linguistic 3. BHU1503 - - 2 80 20 100 1 Workshop-I GE 5. BHU1017 Political Theory-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 6. BHU1018 Indian Constitution-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 7. BHU1505 Seminar-I Political Science - - 2 100 100 1 AECC 8. BHU1001 Functional English 3 0 - 40 60 100 3 9. BHU1501 English Language Lab - - 2 80 20 100 1 SEC Total 15 4 6 460 340 800 22 Library/Computer Center 3 Games/Clubs 2 B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with POLITICAL SCIENCE I Year: II Semester S. Subject Subject L T P CIE ESE Total No. Code C THEORY CORE 1. BHU2014 English Drama-II 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 2. BHU2015 English Poetry-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 Literary Talk and Linguistic 3. BHU2503 - - 4 80 20 100 2 Workshop-II GE 4. BHU2017 Political Theory-II 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 5. BHU2018 Indian Constitution-II 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 6. BHU2504 Field Visit and Report - - 4 100 - 100 2 AECC 7. BHU2001 Advanced Functional English 3 0 - 40 60 100 3 8. BES2001 Environmental Studies 2 0 - 20 30 50 2 SEC 9. BCS2009 Computer Fundamentals 2 0 - 20 30 50 2 10. BCS2502 Computer Application Lab - - 2 100 - 100 1 Total 19 4 10 520 380 900 28 Library/Computer Center 3 Games/Clubs 2 B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with POLITICAL SCIENCE II Year: III Semester S. Subject Subject L T P CIE ESE Total No. Code C THEORY CORE 1. BHU3008 English Poetry-II 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 2. BHU3009 English Fiction-II 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 Literary Talk and Linguistic 3. BHU3502 - - 4 80 20 100 2 Workshop-III GE 4. BHU3029 Western Political Thought-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 5. BHU3030 Indian Political Thought-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 6. BHU3506 Project Report-I - - 4 100 - 100 2 AECC 7. BHU3021 Creative Writing 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 SEC Total 15 5 8 380 320 700 24 Library/Computer Center 2 Games/Clubs 2 B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with POLITICAL SCIENCE II Year: IV Semester S. Subject Subject L T P CIE ESE Total No. Code C THEORY CORE 1. BHU4001 Literary Criticism 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 2. BHU4025 Indian Writing in English 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 3. --- Elective-I 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 4. BHU4005 European Literature 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 5. BHU4006 Introduction to Gender Studies 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 6. BHU4007 Writing for the Media 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 7. BHU4501 The Forms of Theatre - - 2 100 - 100 1 Literary Talk and Linguistic BHU4502 - - 4 100 - 100 2 Workshop-IV GE AECC 8. SEC 9. GE BSS4501 Soft Skill - - 2 100 - 100 1 BHU4021 Approaches to Text 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 Total 21 7 8 580 420 1000 32 Library/Computer Center 2 Games/Clubs 2 B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with POLITICAL SCIENCE III Year: V Semester S. Subject Subject L T P CIE ESE Total No. Code C THEORY CORE Post-Colonial Literature (s) in 1. BHU5001 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 English 2. BHU5016 History of English Literature 4 1 - 40 60 100 5 3. BHU5003 Literary Theory and Criticism 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 4. BHU5004 Introduction to Linguistics 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 5. --- Elective-II 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 6. BHU5501 Seminar - - 2 100 - 100 1 7. BHU5505 Project-I - - 2 100 - 100 1 GE AECC SEC Academic Writing and 9. BHU5014 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 Composition Aptitude & Reasoning and 10. BAP5501 - - 2 100 - 100 1 Online Test Total 19 6 6 540 360 900 28 Library/Computer Center 2 Competitive Examination Guidance 2 B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with POLITICAL SCIENCE III Year: VI Semester S. Subject Subject L T P CIE ESE Total No. Code C THEORY CORE 1. BHU6001 European Modernism 4 1 - 40 60 100 5 2. BHU6002 Non-Fiction Prose 4 1 - 40 60 100 5 3. BHU6003 American Literature 4 1 - 40 60 100 5 4. --- Elective – III 3 1 - 40 60 100 4 5. BHU6501 Comprehensive Viva - - - - 100 100 1 6. BHU6505 Project-II - - 4 100 - 100 2 GE AECC SEC 7. BHU6013 Copy Editing 2 - - 40 60 100 2 Communicative Applications 8. BHU6506 - - 4 100 - 100 2 in English Total 17 4 8 400 400 800 26 Library/Computer Center 2 Competitive Examination Guidance 4 B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with POLITICAL SCIENCE Credit Detail Course wise and Semester wise Semester I II III IV V VI Total Core 09 10 10 27 23 22 101 Generic 09 10 10 29 Elective AECC 04 05 04 13 SEC 03 05 5 4 17 Total 22 28 24 32 28 26 160 List of Electives S. No. Subject Code Subject Name Elective-I (Semester-IV) 1. BHU4101 Introduction to Film Studies 2. BHU4102 Women’s Writing in India Elective-II (Semester-V) 1. BHU5105 African Writing in English 2. BHU5106 English Writing from Canada, Australia & New Zealand Elective-III (Semester-VI) 1. BHU6105 Research Methodology 2. BHU6106 Indian Writing in English Translation List of Skill Enhancement Courses Semester -II Computer Fundamental Computer Lab Semester -III Creative Writing Semester –IV Reading and Reflecting on Text Semester –V Academic Writing and Composition Semester –VI Copy Editing Communicative Applications in English B.A.(Hons.): ENGLISH with PSYCHOLOGY I Year: I Semester S.
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