English Department

Year

Paper Code

Course Name

Credits

Course Type

I

DSC ENG 111

Appreciating Literature I 
(Poetry and Short Story)

4

Discipline-Specific Core

DSC ENG 121

Appreciating Literature II (Non-fictional Prose and Drama)

4

MDC ENG 113

Literature from Himachal        

3

Multi-Disciplinary Course

MDC ENG 123

Soft Skills and Personality Development

3

SEC ENG 114

Basic Communication Skills

3

Skill Enhancement Course

SEC ENG 124

Writing Skills

3

AEC ENG 115

Foundation Course in English

2

Ability Enhancement Course

II

ENG CE 201

English-2 Core English
(Compulsory for B.A. & B. Com

6

Core Eng. Compulsory

ENG DSC 202

DSC-1C British Literature (Play & Novel)

6

Core

ENG DSC 203

DSC-1D Literary Cross Currents

6

Core

ENG AECC/SEC 204

AEEC/SEC-1 Creative writing,
Book & Media Reviews

4

Ability Enhancement Elective Courses/Skill Enhancement Courses

ENG AECC/SEC 205

AEEC/SEC-2 Translation Studies & Principles
of Translation (Basic Concepts & Readings)

4

III

ENG AEEC/SEC 301

AEEC/SEC-3 Technical Writing

4

Ability Enhancement Elective Courses/Skill Enhancement Courses

ENG AEEC/SEC 302

AEEC/SEC-3 Business Communication

4

ENG DSE 303

DSE-1A Soft Skills

6

Discipline Specific Elective Courses

ENG DSE 304

DSE-1B Academic Writing
& Composition

6

ENG GE 305

GE-1 Literature From Himachal

6

Generic Elective Courses

ENG GE 306

GE-2 Contemporary India :
Women & Empowerment

6

Year

Course

Expected Outcomes

BA / BCom. 1st Year

AEC ENG 115

Targeted at any Under-graduate student, the AEC offered here aims at imparting the theoretical know-how of the most commonly used language in the world for communication, both, personal and professional: English. The focus shall be on nurturing the theoretical framework required for a hands-on training of the various aspects of Communicating in English.

BA/B.Com/BSc. 1st Year

MDC ENG 113

In line with the dictum of MDC, the course caters to students who have not opted for English as a Major or minor subject. Also, given that the student can exit after one year, the purpose is to introduce the array of Folk literature in Himachal, an insider’s perspective on the local stories that have defined the indigenous cultures and life in the Hilly state.

BA/B.Com/BSc. 1st Year

MDC ENG 123

The course aims at inculcating and honing Soft Skills of the students that shall add to their repertoire of overall personality. Emphasis shall be on imparting theoretical lessons and practical training to the students, in English, enabling them to develop a comprehensive personality.

BA 1st Year

SEC ENG 114

SEC ENG 124

Targeted at students opting for English as a Major or minor subject, the SEC Courses focus on honing the most significant aspect of any language: Communication.

Of the four components involved in Communication, the course offers hands-on training in all of them, namely Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing.

BA-1st Year

DSC ENG 111
DSC ENG 121

Catering to students fresh out of Senior Secondary; and from disparate streams, the intent is to acquaint them with the joys of reading and imparting a basic understanding of the literary genres. In sync with the idea, the Course introduces the student to the genres of poetry, short stories, essays, drama and autobiography from the Orient and the Occident.
After going through these courses the students are expected to :

·       Learn & appreciate the universal nature of human experience across the world in a global scenario.

·       Comprehend how literature can make a sense of the world through the use of myth, metaphor, fictional characters, irony & rhyme.

·       Compare & analyze the writers different/similar in their themes, styles and techniques in different genres.

BA / BCom. 2nd Year

Core English : (Compulsory )

Compulsory courses are designed to familiarize the students of B.A. & B.Com. classes with the basics of English language & applied grammar. After completion of these courses, the students are expected to:

·       Be initiated into the world of literature and develop an awareness and broad understanding of rich diversity of culture, tradition and beliefs practiced across the globe.

·       Acquire basic understanding and develop appreciation for various literary forms, i.e. poetry, essays, short stories along with literary forms and techniques used in literature.

·       Enhance their ability to read literature in English with good understanding and reflect over texts from different perspectives.

·       Know & understand how the grammar rules, phrases and vocabulary can be reinforced through reading text.

BA-2nd Year

DSC-1C
DSC-1D

‘British Literature’ includes Novel & Drama from the British Literature of Sixteenth & Nineteenth century. On completion of this course , the students are expected to :

·       Be acquainted with the concept of genres of Drama and Novel and the similarities and differences between these literary forms of literature.

·       Understand the concepts of plot, characterization, theme and familiarity with literary devices and techniques for comprehensive understanding and appreciation of literary texts.

·       Acquire knowledge of cultural, religious and social life of Europe and England of sixteenth & nineteenth century – two of the greatest periods of literary history in the field of drama & novel respectively.

‘Literary Cross currents’ includes poems & short stories from Modern Indian Literature.

·       Be familiarized with the works of Indian writers & enhance their understanding of the native literature & ethnic cultural values.

·       Empathize with the condition of marginalized sections of society & be inspired to develop an unbiased approach towards them.

BA 2nd Year

AEEC/SEC-1

‘Creative Writing’ aims to sharpen the writing skills of the students by providing a strong foundation for pursuing higher studies and to engage in careers with creative abilities. On completion of this course , the students are expected to :

·       Develop analytical reading habits through book review, knowledge of literary devices etc. and be ready to take up research as a career option in future.

·       Know & understand about different literary Genres & their forms.

·       Learn about different literary terms & their application.

·       Develop aesthetic abilities by enhancing their creative imagination.

AEEC/SEC 2

‘Translation Studies & Principles of Translation’: This course aims to enhance students’ understanding of the nuances of translation theory

·       Understand translation, its purpose, various approaches & methods of translation and problems of translation.

·       Realize the historical, cultural and social contexts in Indian English literature.

·       Appreciate the richness & variety of Indian literature and explore its uniqueness.

·       To understand the role of Indian literature in highlighting the cultural identities & their multi-faceted nature.

BA 3rd Year

DSE-1A
DSE-1B

‘Soft Skills’ aim to hone the soft skills of the students, after completion of this courses, the students are expected to :

·       Be acquainted with the desirable personal attributes which would enhance their interaction, career prospects and job performance.

·       Know & understand the difference between EQ and IQ and how they can use their soft skills in combination with their academic/technical expertise for better career prospects.

‘Academic Writing & Composition’: This course will help students to enhance their understanding of the nuances of academic writing.

·       Know & understand about different types of academic writings.

·       Learn about different conventions & features of academic writing.

·       Apply the process of academic writing in writing effective paragraphs & abstracts.

·       Develop their critical thinking & research aptitude.

BA 3rd Year

AEEC / SEC 3 & 4

These courses, ‘Technical Writing’ & ‘Business Communication’ are designed to develop an understanding of the process of technical writing covering its various forms such as; Basic Research methodology as well as Manuals, Memo, Agenda etc.‘ Business Communication’ focuses on the entire process of communication in a professional setup. After completion of these courses, the students are expected to :

·       Know & understand the basics of research methodology.

·       Learn about ‘format organization’ and contents of a project report.

·       Prepare & present project report independently.

·       Master the art &skill of effective communication by enhancing their linguistic skills.

3rd Year (BA/BCom.)

Generic Elective (GE-1 & GE-2)

These courses titled as; ‘Literature from Himachal’ & ‘Contemporary India – Women & Empowerment’. ‘Literature from Himachal’ introduces the students to the rich & diverse folk/written Literature of Himachal Pradesh. ‘Contemporary India – Women & Empowerment’ interrogates the biases in the construction of gender & patriarchal norms. After completion of these courses, the students are expected to :

·       Widen their understanding of literature, through oral narratives transcending generations.

·       Establish the relationship between folklore and oral narratives and culture of Himachal.

·       Understand and appreciate folklore that keeps alive the psychological patterns instincts or archetypes of the collective mind of a community.

·       Understand how a gendered perspective is responsible for many evils prevalent in the society.