Department of English

About the department

Language is our primary source of communication. It is the method through which we share our ideas and thoughts with others. There are thousands of languages in the world. Countries have their own national languages in addition to many local languages spoken and understood by their people in different regions. Many languages are spoken across the world and the most widely spoken among them is English. English is an international language. It is spoken all over the world and it is also considered as an Official Language in the UNO. As the primary language of official communication, it allows people from different countries to connect and share ideas. This is particularly important in today’s world where many people are working and living in multicultural environment. English is also important for personal growth and development. It helps an individual to transcend international boundaries and get a global reach. It is the language of science, aviation, computers, diplomacy and tourism. We use the English Language in most of our international communications. While it is not the most spoken language in the world, 53 countries have named it their official language. Moreover, about 400 million people globally use it as their first language. Thus, being the most common second language in the world, it will be beneficial to learn this language to open doors to new opportunities.

                  The Department of English was established in this college with 3 courses in the year 2017 with a view to provide quality English Education to the students of this region. Eminent and well experienced faculty served at this department. In a bid to impart the computer knowledge and communication skills which are need of the hour, B. Com, BSc, BA were introduced in the year 2017-2022.  Many eminent scholars with required knowledge and skills, were produced from this department. The Department of English is one of the biggest departments at College in terms of Students Enrollment and Number of Staff Members as well. Alumni members of this department achieved greater positions in their lives.

VISION:

The English Department strengthens the liberal education of students by developing a deepened understanding of language and literacy, the value of critical reading and effective writing, and the richness of literature, past and present. To foster knowledge and love for literature and language in students.

MISSION:

a) To improve the four basic language skills and communication skills.
b) To enable students to be fluent in English language skills.
c) To cultivate a sense of understanding about English language.
d) To reinforce the various soft skills.

e)To facilitate the acquisition of communication skills and soft skills with a humanistic approach.

f) To equip the students with language skills, manners, etiquette and soft-skills

g)To enable the students to use English language as a tool for employment, higher study, entrepreneurship.

OBJECTIVES:

1. To familiarize the learners with methods of effective communication and its applicability.
2. To motivate and to make the learners comfortable to learn the English language.
3. To enhance skills of presentation among the learners.
4.  To inculcate passion for English learning and encourage creativity.
5. To sharpen literary aptitude of the learners with classic masterpieces.
6. To realize the importance of English for enhancement of employability.
7. To impart universal truths, moral and social values and refined approach about life among the learners.
8. To educate learners to read and think critically, to write and communicate effectively, and to enable learners to achieve their educational goals through the principles of the English literature.
9. To enhance critical thinking, faculty of imagination and aesthetic beauty among the learners of literature.
10. To help the learners to understand various aspects of the communication process and the dynamic role of technology in the process.

VALUE ADDED COURSES:

1. Professional English Communication. Course code: 001

Objectives –

• Improve job search and career building skills.
• Develop professional writing skills.
• Learn the fundamentals of verbal corporate communication with special emphasis on making presentations to clients and management.

Course Outcomes -

By the end of the course, students shall be able to:

• Understand how professional communication works.
• Employ active listening and responding skills.
• Learn about body language and communicative adjustment in the workplace while dealing with difficult people and situations.
• Frame grammatically correct sentences and speak fluent English across a wide range of situations.
• Improve job search and career building skills.
• Develop professional writing skills.
• Learn the fundamentals of verbal corporate communication with special emphasis on making presentations to clients and management.

2. English Grammar Skills. Course code: 013

Objectives –

• Enables learners to communicate effectively in English as good knowledge of grammar structure  helps to express thoughts and ideas effectively.
• Connects grammar points with larger communication contexts
• To develop and integrate the use of four language skillsListening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.

   Course Outcomes -

        By the end of the course, students shall be able to:

• Understand how grammar beautifies English language.
• Improve the knowledge of grammar rules.
• Learn the importance of practice in understanding grammar.

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