Our Master of Arts in English is a two-year, semester-based postgraduate program that provides an in-depth study of English literature, critical theory, linguistics, and cultural studies. The curriculum is designed to build advanced analytical, research, and communication skills essential for academic, creative, and professional settings. Students explore a wide range of literary periods, genres, and authors, preparing for success in education, writing, public service, and beyond.
2 YEARS (Semester System)
30
M.A. English 1st Year: Bachelor’s degree in any faculty with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university
M.A. English 2nd Year: To proceed to second year, a student must pass all first-year subjects or at least 50% of total papers of the first two semesters, as per Punjabi University, Patiala regulations.
| Semester I |
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Introduction of Poetry: Medieval and Renaissance |
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Classical and Elizabethan Drama |
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Beginning of the Novel |
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(1) William Shakespeare : From Stage to Screen (Opt. II) |
| Semester II |
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Literary Criticism |
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Poetry from Neo-classical to Victorian Age |
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Modern Fiction : Nineteen Century onwards |
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Contemporary Essay (Opt.-1) |
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Punjabi Qualifying Paper |
| Semester-III |
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Modernity and Literature |
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Indian Classical Literature and Theory |
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Literature and Gender |
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Literature and Post coloniality |
| Semester-IV |
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Literary and Cultural Theory |
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Translation and Modern Indian Literature |
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Literature and Politics |
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American Literature |
Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Colleges and Universities
School Teacher (with B.Ed.)
Research Scholar (M.Phil./Ph.D. in English)
Content Writer/Editor for print and digital media
Writer, Poet, Playwright, or Literary Critic
Translator or Interpreter (government, private, creative)
Scriptwriter for film, stage, television, or radio
Public Relations and Corporate Communications
Publishing Industry Professional (editorial, production, marketing)
Language Consultant for digital localization and subtitling
–John Dewey
