A student is eligible to join the course if they have completed a course equivalent to 10+2, or pre-university in any group with an overall percentage of 40%, including languages.
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in English Literature is a 3-year (6 Semester) regular program offered under the University of Madras. Delve into the intricate world of literature with our B.A. in English Literature at A.M. Jain College. This program cultivates an in-depth understanding of literary works, exploring diverse genres, historical periods, and cultural contexts. Enhance critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills as you embark on a scholarly journey through the realm of English literature.
Program Outcomes
Literary Proficiency: Develop a profound understanding of diverse literary genres, styles, and periods.
Analytical Skills: Hone critical thinking abilities to analyze and interpret complex literary texts.
Effective Communication: Enhance written and verbal communication skills through literary expression.
Cultural Appreciation: Gain insights into the cultural, historical, and societal contexts influencing literature.
Research Aptitude: Acquire research skills to explore literary topics independently.
Program Specific Outcomes
Read and interpret various literary texts focusing on themes, generic conventions, historical contexts, linguistic and stylistic variations and innovations.
Analyse texts, evaluate ideas and apply critical concepts and categories with clarity.
Work independently in terms of reading literary and critical texts and situate one’s own reading, be aware of one’s position in terms of society, religion, caste, region, gender and politics, to be self-reflexive and self-questioning.
Developing a research framework and presenting their independent ideas effectively
Equipping their employability skills to excel in professions like teaching and exposing them to various activities to empower them through communication skills
Enabling a holistic perspective towards the socio-political inequalities and environmental issues
Faculty
Dr. S. P. Ravikumar
Assistant Professor
Ms. I .Karthika
Assistant Professor
Dr. J. Vijayalakshmi
Assistant Professor
Ms. R. Suguna
Assistant Professor
Mr. M. Narmadha
Assistant Professor
Ms. S. Keerthana
Assistant Professor
Dr. G. S. Dhviva
Assistant Professor
Dr. V. Varalakshmi
Assistant Professor
Dr. C. Babu
Assistant Professor
Ms. K.Mathumathi
Assistant Professor
Mr. A. B. Adithya
Assistant Professor
Ms. R. Nithya
Assistant Professor
Career Prospects
A B.A. in English Literature opens doors to a myriad of career opportunities:
Content Creation: Engage in content writing, editing, and creation for various platforms.
Teaching and Education: Educate and inspire others as a teacher or academic professional.
Publishing Industry: Contribute to the world of publishing as an editor, proofreader, or literary agent.
Media and Journalism: Pursue a career in journalism, broadcasting, or digital media.
Cultural Heritage: Work in cultural institutions, museums, or tourism, promoting literary heritage.
Fee Structure
The Undergraduate program follows the semester pattern with two semesters per year. The fees for the program is as per Government norms.