BA English Literature

An introduction to the treasures of English literature exposes students to the minds of great literary masters of the English language. It helps them appreciate some of the greatest creative expressions and understand linguistic possibilities. The course is expected not only to enlighten but to encourage latent abilities of the students. The programme will focus on the major representative works spanning the period from the Age of Chaucer to the present.

Eligibility for Admission
A student securing 40% aggregate marks including languages in P.U.C / 10 +2 / Pre University equivalent course is eligible.

Course Matrix

 Course Type  Course Title
 Second Language [Any One to be Opted]
 AECC  Additional English I
 AECC  Kannada I
 AECC  Hindi I
 Core Papers [All Compulsory]
 AECC  English I
 DSCC  History of English Literature
 DSCC  Medieval and Elizabethan Literature
 DSCC  Fiction and Short Stories
 Course Type  Course Title
 Second Language [Any One to be Opted]
 AECC  Additional English II
 AECC  Kannada II
 AECC  Hindi II
 Core Papers [All Compulsory]
 AECC  English II
 AECC  Environmental Science
 DSCC  Neo - Classical Literature
 DSCC  Metaphysical and Romantic Poetry
 DSCC  Shakespearean Sonnets and Plays
 Course Type  Course Title
 Second Language [Any One to be Opted]
 AECC  Additional English III
 AECC  Kannada III
 AECC  Hindi III
 Core Papers [All Compulsory]
 AECC  English III
 DSCC  Romantic and Victorian Literature
 DSCC  Linguistics
 DSCC  Indian Writing in English
 Skill Enhancement Course [ Any ONE to be Opted]
 SEC  Film Adaptations
 Course Type  Course Title
 Second Language [Any One to be Opted]
 AECC  Additional English IV
 AECC  Kannada IV
 AECC  Hindi IV
 Core Papers [All Compulsory]
 AECC  English IV
 DSCC  Modern Literature
 DSCC  American Literature
 DSCC  Phonetics
 DSCL  Language Lab
 SEC  Basic Research Methods
 GE  Generic Elective as per Annexure III
 NCCC  Life Skills Education
 Course Type  Course Title
 Core Papers [All Compulsory]
 DSCC  Comparative Literature
 DSCC  Literary Criticism:
 DSCC  Women’s Writing
 DSCC  Translation studies
 DSCL  Commonwealth literature
 DSCL  Internship
 NCCC  Extra-Curricular and Extension Activities as per Annexure II
 Course Type  Course Title
 Core Papers [All Compulsory]
 DSCC  African Literature
 DSCC  Literary Theories
 DSCC  Science Fiction
 DSCL  English Language Teaching
 DSCL  Postcolonial Literature
 DSCP  Dissertation
 SEC  Soft Skills Practices
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