DEPARTMENT OF POST GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH IN ENGLISH
SANATANA DHARMA COLLEGE, ALAPPUZHA
BA English Language and Literature: Programme Outcome
- PO 1: A comprehensive understanding of the discipline of literary studies
- PO 2: Realize the divergent and plural voices that come into the making of the corpus of literary studies.
- PO 3: Understand literature as one of the many arts that seeks literary expression and its close connection with other art forms like painting, music, dance, movie and so on down the ages.
- PO 4: Imbibe the importance of multidisciplinary approach to understand the nuances of literary expressions.
- PO 5: Understand the specific socio-cultural backdrop of the formation of literary representations.
- PO 6: Form an awareness of the multiplicities of such socio-cultural realities that shape literary representations and to critique the inherent hegemony.
- PO 7: The ability to trace the development of the English language from the early writings to its present day use in specific contexts.
- PO 8: Address the requirements of the language use in a globalized context
- PO 9: Ensure the importance of study of the English language in relation to the study of language and literature of the mother tongue.
- PO 10: Have improved competence in translation and to view the same not only as a tool for cultural transmission but also as skill acquisition.
- PO 11: Comprehended the current modes of writings – that which encompasses the issues related to race, gender, ethnicity, climate change etc. and realize the role of literature in inculcating social sensitiveness
- PO 12: The competence to identify the literary voices of dissent from diverse parts of the globe and to reflect on the popular culture and literature.
- PO 13: A basic knowledge of research methodology and other areas related to the faculty of research.
- PO 14: Imbibe a research oriented approach to the study of humanities in connection with the basic understanding of social sciences to initiate a multidisciplinary approach of study.
- PO 15: Contribute to the realm of knowledge production with an increased intellectual, creative, critical and multidisciplinary capability.
SEMESTER I
Core Course 1: EN 1141 Introduction to Literary Studies I
No. of Credits: 4
Aim To introduce the world of literature
Objectives
- Develop an awareness of the diversity of world literature, representing different forms, time and space
- An awareness of genre, with emphasis on forms of poetry and drama
- Develop an inquisitiveness to read more of literature in the line of texts suggested in the course.
Course Outcome
CO 1: Introduce varied literary representations.
CO 2: Familiarize students with the nature and characteristics of literature.
CO 3: Discuss the nature and characteristics of literature
CO 4: Introduce two key genres of literature, poetry and drama.
CO 5: Possess a foundational understanding of poetry and drama.
SEMESTER I
Complementary Course 1: EN 1131 Popular Literature and Culture
No: of Credits: 3
Aim To broaden the idea of literature and the concept of texts
Objectives
- Learn the difference between genre fiction and literary fiction
- Gain an understanding of the folk roots of popular literature
- Gain a perspective into the debate between high and low cultures
Course Outcome
CO 1: Encourage the student to think critically about popular literature.
CO 2: Understand the categories of the ―popular‖ and the ―canonical‖
CO 3: Identify the conventions, formulas, themes and styles of popular genres such as detective fiction, the science fiction and fantasy, and children‘s literature.
CO 4: An assessment of the literary and cultural value of popular texts
C O 5: Sensitize students to the ways in which popular fiction reflects and engages with questions of gender, identity, ethics and education.
SEMESTER II
Core Course 2: EN 1241 Introduction to Literary Studies II
No. of Credits: 4
Aim Introduce the world of Literature, esp. Fiction and Non-Fiction
Objectives
- An awareness of diverse literary representations from different time and space
- Possess a foundational understanding of fiction and non-fiction.
- Provide an awareness of genre, with emphasis on forms of short fiction, fiction and nonfiction.
Course Outcome
CO 1: Cherish a taste for the literary among students
CO 2: Comprehend the nature and characteristics of different genres of literature.
CO 3: Detailed awareness of the two key genres of literature- fiction and non-fiction.
CO 4: Imbibe the representational possibilities of the respective genres.
CO 5: Instill a creative and critical aptitude
SEMESTER II
Complementary Course 3: EN 1231 Art and Literary Aesthetics
No: of Credits: 3
Aim Introduce the multidisciplinarity of Art and Literary Studies
Objectives:
- Gain an understanding of various movements in art history and how they relate to literature
- Engage with works of art that directly refer to literary works and also draw inspiration from art
- Recognize how all forms of art is part of a continuum.
Course Outcome
CO 1: The student will be able to engage with literature in a broader, educated perspective.
CO 2: The student will be able to think with greater originality and independence about the
complex interrelationship between different art forms.
CO 3: The student will be trained to engage sensitively and intelligently in new readings of literature.
CO 4:The course develops an understanding of the co-relation between literature, film, music and painting and encourages ways of reading and seeing which deliver insights into literary texts.
CO 5: Initiate students to implement the multidisciplinary scope of art and literary studies.
SEMESTER III
Core Course 3: EN 1341 British Literature I
No. of Credits: 3
Aims Introduce the origin and growth of English literature
Objectives
- Familiarize the historical phases of English literature
- Provide glimpses of writers and literary texts that are pivotal to an understanding of British literature
- Discuss the development of British literature across time from Pre-Elizabethan to Restoration Era
Course Outcome
CO 1: Comprehend the origins of English literature
CO 2: Understand the specific features of the particular periods
CO 3: Understand themes, structure and style adopted by early British writers
CO 4: Gain knowledge of growth and development of British Literature in relation to the historical developments
CO 5: Understand how writers use language and creativity to capture human experience through different literary forms
SEMESTER III
Foundation Course 2: EN 1321 Evolution of the English Language
No. of Credits: 3
Aim: Study the historical development of the English Language.
Objectives
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the diachronic development of the English language down the ages.
- Sensitize students to the changes that have shaped English
- Enable understanding of the growth of English into a global language
Course Outcome:
CO 1: Knowledge of the paradigm shifts in the development of English.
CO 2: Well aware of the historical paradigm shifts in the history of English Language
CO 3: Imbibe the plural socio cultural factors that went in to the shaping of the English Language.
CO 4: Place English language in a global context.
CO 5: Recognize the politics of many ‘Englishes’
SEMESTER III
Complementary Course 5: EN 1331 Narratives of Resistance
Number of Credits: 3
Aim Introduce the various narratives of resistance, literary and other wise.
Objectives
- To understand the various modes of resistance needed to subvert oppressive sociocultural structures.
- To provide insight into the struggles of people from around the world for identity and rights and contribute proactively to social dynamics.
- To understand how literature acts as a vehicle for voices of dissent and protest.
Course Outcome
CO 1: Be able to identify themes of resistance in different forms and genres of literature.
CO 2: Have a sense of the various kinds of injustice related to race, ethnicity, gender etc. prevalent in society.
CO 3: Develop an idea of literature as a form of resistance to all forms of totalitarian authority.
CO 4: Understand the inter connection between various genres in manifesting resistance
CO 5: How resistance is an undeniable presence in the everyday narratives of literary and other artistic expressions.
SEMESTER IV
Core Course 4:EN 1441 British Literature II
No. of Credits: 4
Aim: Introduce the historical and philosophical shifts in English literature since 17th century.
Objectives:
- Familiarize the history of English literature from the 18th century to the Victorian age
- Understand the socio-political, historical and cultural contexts
- Be able to identify the changing trends in English literature in the 18th and 19th centuries
Course Outcome:
CO 1: Sensitize students to the changing trends in English literature in the 18th and 19th centuries and connect it with the sociocultural and political developments.
CO 2: Develop the critical thinking necessary to discern literary merit
CO 3: Be able to recognize paradigm shifts in literature
CO 4: Be able to identify techniques, themes and concerns
CO 5: Connect literature to the historical developments that shaped the English history.
SEMESTER IV
Core Course 5: EN 1442 Literature of the 20th Century
No. of Credits: 3
Aim Introduce the literary narratives of the 20th century in close connection with the historical time period.
Objectives
- Examine the ways in which political, cultural and social events in British and European history of the first half of the 20th century, esp. world wars and holocaust, shaped the literature of this period
- Develop the ability to analyze literary texts of this period in their symbiotic relationship with non-literary developments of the times
- Acquaint the learners with the significant historical, cultural and imaginative force in 20th century literature
Course Outcome
CO 1: Understand social, political, aesthetic and cultural transformations of early twentieth century in relation to literary texts with their specific formal features.
CO 2: Know the stylistic features of Modernism and its various literary and aesthetic movements
CO 3: Critically engage the ideas that characterise the period, especially the crisis of modernity
CO 4: Understand contemporary responses to the historical incidents that mark the period
CO 5: Understand and use critical strategies that emerged in the early twentieth century.
SEMESTER IV
Complementary Course 7: EN1431 Philosophy for Literature
No. of Credits: 2
Aim: Engage with the philosophy of literary representations.
Objectives
- Give the students a historical overview of the major figures in philosophy
- Introduce to them some of the significant schools of thought that has influenced human perception.
- Inform students how an understanding of philosophy is vital to the reading of literature.
COURSE OUTCOMES
CO 1: Have a diachronic understanding of the evolution of philosophy from the time of Greek masters to 20th century
CO 2: Have an awareness of the major schools of thought in western philosophy.
CO 3: Have a healthy epistemological foundation at undergraduate level that ensures scholarship at advanced levels of learning.
CO 4: Talk about some of the key figures in Philosophy.
CO 5: Analyze and appreciate texts critically, from different philosophical perspectives
SEMESTER V
Core Course 6: EN 1541 Literature of Late 20th Century and 21st Century
No. of Credits: 4
Aim: Engage with the diversity of forms and contexts of more recent literatures.
Objectives
- Expose students to the literatures of this period in their relationship with historical (social, cultural and political) developments
- Introduce them to the basics of Postmodern writing and the conditions of its emergence and development
- Sensitize them to the plurality and diversity of the literature of this period reflecting the reality of a multi-cultural world and polyphonic cultural sphere
Course Outcome
CO 1:Identify the various socio-cultural changes that evolved in the late modernist period
CO 2: Relate to the diverse currents of postmodern literature and its reflections in the contemporary ethos
CO 3: Assimilate the inherent multiplicities and fluidity of societal perspectives
CO 4: Develop an innate sympathy for the tragedies of Holocaust and an awareness regarding the environmental impasses threatening the modern world
CO 5: Empathise with the marginalised and comprehend their predicament.
SEMESTER V
Core Course 7: EN 1542 Postcolonial Literatures
No. of Credits: 4
Aim Introduce the varied narratives of decolonization
Objectives
- Initiate critical thought on colonialism and after
- Introduce the fundamental concepts in postcolonial theory
- Understand the global effects of the colonial enterprise
Course Outcome
CO 1: Ability to critique colonial history
CO 2: Awareness of the socio-political contexts of colonialism and postcolonialism
CO 3: Understanding of the effects of colonialism in various nations
CO 4: Knowledge of the key terms in post-colonial thought
CO 5: Study of the race and gender dynamics in postcolonial literature
SEMESTER V
Core Course 8: EN 1543 20th Century Malayalam Literature in Translation
Number of Credits: 3
Aim Introduce literary narratives of 20th century Malayalam Literature
Objectives
- Introduce the students to the historical and socio-cultural atmosphere in which Malayalam literature became enriched
- Provide the students a basic understanding of Malayalam literature
- Get an understanding of the gradual transformation of Malayalam literature from the early modern to the post modern
Course Outcome
CO 1: Generate knowledge about the varied milieu of the development and growth of Malayalam
literature and be sensitive to its socio cultural and political implications.
CO 2: Get a basic knowledge of the literary and the non-literary works produced inMalayalam
CO 3: Discern the vibrancy of Malayalam literature
CO 4: Sense the distinctness of the socio-cultural arena in which Malayalam literature is produced
CO 5: Know the value of literature produced in regional languages and key role of translation in the growth of language and literature.
SEMESTER V
Core Course 9: EN 1544 Linguistics and Structure of the English Language
No. of Credits: 4
Aim Understand the language Structure of the English Language
Objectives
- Give the students a preliminary idea regarding the nature, function and scope of languages, in general
- Sensitize the students to the specificities of the oral and written dimensions of English.
- Appreciate Linguistics as a branch of learning with its own defined material and methodology
Course Outcome
CO 1: Understand the phonological and grammatical structure of English Language
CO 2: Be able to analyse actual speech in terms of the principle of linguistics
CO 3: Improve the accent and pronunciation of the language
CO 4: Introduce the students to internationally accepted forms of speech and writing in English.
CO 5: Explore the ancient linguistic tradition of India
SEMESTER V
Core Course 10: EN 1545 Criticism and Theory
No. of Credits: 4
Aim Provide a historical and critical overview of the origin and development of literary criticism
Objectives
- Give the students a historical overview of the critical practices from classical period to the present.
- Introduce to them some of the significant concepts that had a seminal influence on the development of critical thought.
- To develop in them a critical perspective and capacity to relate and compare various critical practices and schools.
Course Outcome.
CO 1: Analyze and appreciate texts critically, from different perspectives.
CO 2: Appreciate Indian Aesthetics and find linkages between Western thought and Indian critical tradition.
CO 3: Show an appreciation of the relevance and value of multidisciplinary theoretical models in literary study.
CO 4: Demonstrate an understanding of important theoretical methodologies and develop an aptitude for critical analysis of literary works.
CO 5: Gain a critical and pluralistic understanding and perspective of life
SEMESTER V
Open Course: 1 EN 1551.1 Communicative Applications in English
No: of Credits: 2
Aim To excel in communicative capabilities
Objectives
- Help the students overcome their inhibitions about speaking in English about their dayto-day life and learning experiences within and outside college
- Develop them into clear, unpretentious and effective communicators, both in speech and in writing
- Give them the rudiments of grammar, with an emphasis on the correct usage of the language in various contexts
Course Outcome
CO 1: Learners majoring in some subject other than English will have a working knowledge of
the type of English that is required in real life situations, especially the globalized workplace.
CO 2: Well trained to write clear, well-framed, polite but concise formal letters and e-mails for a variety of purposes
CO 3: Acquire some of the soft-skills that go hand in hand with English –namely, the ability to prepare for an interview and face it confidently, the ability to participate boldly a group discussion and contribute meaningfully to it, the ability to make a simple and interesting presentation of 5-10 minutes before a mixed audience on anything that they have learnt in the previous semesters of the UG programme.
SEMESTER V
Open Course1: EN 1551.2 Theatre Studies
No. of credits: 2
Aim: Introduce and Equip dramatic methods and production
Objectives
- Give an introduction to the world of drama and its techniques
- Provide exposure to different experimental theatres
- Develop the skills among students to create and perform drama
Course Outcome
CO 1: Understand the various theatres, techniques and practices
CO 2: Appreciate the medium of drama
CO 3: Initiate collaborative performances.
CO 4: Attempt production of plays
CO 5: Equip learners to choose a career in theatre.
SEMESTER V
Open Course1: EN 1551.3 Film Appreciation
No. of credits: 2
Aim Introduce the world of movies and sensitize its representative politics
Objectives
- Enable the students from various disciplines to decipher the meaning of a movie
- Familiarize students with the emerging area of film studies
- Make them aware of the evolution of the filmic medium.
Course Outcome
CO 1: Decipher the meaning of a movie
CO 2: Watch, understand and analyze films from a critical perspective
CO 3: Connect movies to its multidisciplinary scope of appreciation and learning.
CO 4: Equip them to write critically about film.
CO 5: Equip them to be resourceful to find a career in areas related to film
SEMESTER VI
Core Course 11: EN 1641 Gender Studies
No: of Credits: 4
Aim: Introduce and problematize gender constructs.
Objectives
- Explore the historical variables that have contributed towards the social norms of gender and sexuality
- Understand the significance of making gender an integral concept of social analysis
- Develop a conceptual understanding of the field of gender studies
Course Outcome
CO 1: Recognize the patriarchal bias in the formation of history and knowledge.
CO 2: Analyse the ways in which gender, race, ethnicity class, caste and sexuality construct the social, cultural and biological experience of both men and women in all societies.
CO 3: Recognize and use the major theoretical frames of analysis in gender studies
CO 4: CO 5: Interrogate the social constructions of gender and the limiting of the same in to the male-female binary in its intersections with culture, power, sexualities and nationalities
CO 5: Examine gender issues in relation to the sustainable goals of development
SEMESTER VI
Core Course 13: EN 1643 Film Studies
No. of credits: 4
Aim: Introduce the theoretical study of films
Objectives
- Familiarize students with the emerging area of film studies and make them equipped to decipher the meaning of a movie.
- Enable the students to understand the medium of cinema with an ample knowledge of the basic terminologies
- Help them trace the evolution of the different movements in the film history
Course Outcome
CO 1: Recognize the language of films and use it creatively.
CO 2: Analyze films from both technical and non-technical perspectives
CO 3: Engage questions of social justice and gender justice by critiquing representations of culture.
CO 4: Use film as a medium of communication
CO 5: Derive an interest in various careers related to film
SEMESTER VI
Core Course 14: EN 1644 World Classics
No: of Credits: 3
Aim: Introduce the timeless classics of world literature
Objectives:
- The course will aid the learner to have a comprehensive study of the historical evolution of classical works from the classical age to the present postmodern age.
- Enable the learner to imbibe the significance of Classics as a major cultural influence in literatures around the world
- Understand major Western and non-western literary forms of written and oral traditions.
Course Outcome
CO 1: Understand the study of Classics as a means of discovery and enquiry into the formations
of great literary works and how the rich imagery of these classical works continues beyond the twentieth century.
CO 2: Recognize the diversity of cultures and the commonalities of human experience reflected in the literature of the world.
CO 3: Imbibe a fair knowledge in the various Classical works from different parts of the world, at different time periods, across cultures.
CO 4: Examine oneself and one‘s culture through multiple frames of reference, including the perception of others from around the world.
CO 5: Develop and aesthetic sense to appreciate and understand the various literary works with a strong foundation in the World Classics.
SEMESTER VI
Elective Course 2: EN 1661.2 American Literature
No. of credits 2
Aim: Introduce the uniqueness and diversity of American Literature
Objectives
- Provide knowledge of the writers who have steered the course of American literature
- Provide insight into the techniques and stylistic peculiarities of American literature
- Equip students to identify ideas and themes typical of American literature
Course Outcome
- Instill a sense of the ―Americanness‖ that characterizes American literature
- Enable the students to place American literature within the corpus of world literature even while identifying its uniqueness.
- Identify the themes and narratives particular to American literary expressions
- Generate interest in a field of specialization
- Enquire about the recent and more popular forms of literature.