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The English Department at Afro-Asian University offers comprehensive programs designed to foster a deep appreciation for language, literature, and communication. With a focus on nurturing critical thinking, writing proficiency, and cultural awareness, our department prepares students for diverse career paths and lifelong learning opportunities. Our accomplished faculty provide personalized mentorship, while state-of-the-art facilities support student learning and research endeavors. Join us for a journey of exploration, discovery, and creativity in language and literature.
- Learning Outcomes
- Career Opportunities
Language Proficiency: To enhance students’ mastery of the English language, enabling them to communicate effectively, write coherently, and comprehend complex texts with clarity.
Literary Analysis: To develop students’ ability to analyze and interpret a wide variety of literary works, including novels, plays, poems, and essays, while considering the themes, characters, symbolism, and cultural contexts within which they are situated.
Critical Thinking: To cultivate critical thinking skills that empower students to evaluate, question, and engage thoughtfully with texts and ideas, enabling them to form well-reasoned arguments and make informed judgments.
Creative Expression: To encourage creative expression through writing, enabling students to explore their own voices, experiment with different literary forms, and convey ideas with imagination and clarity.
Cultural Awareness: To foster an understanding of the diverse cultural contexts within which literature is produced and interpreted, promoting empathy, tolerance, and an appreciation for different worldviews.
Research Skills: To equip students with the ability to conduct independent research, locate reliable sources, and analyze information critically, thereby enhancing their capacity for informed inquiry and academic exploration.
Effective Communication: To develop oral communication skills, enabling students to articulate their thoughts confidently, engage in discussions, and make persuasive presentations.
Interdisciplinary Connections: To encourage students to explore the intersections between literature and other disciplines, fostering a holistic approach to learning and enriching their understanding of the world.
Media Literacy: To promote an understanding of digital media and its impact on language, communication, and culture, empowering students to navigate the digital landscape thoughtfully and responsibly.
Lifelong Learning: To instill a passion for reading, writing, and learning that extends beyond formal education, inspiring students to continue engaging with literature and language throughout their lives.
Professional Preparedness: To equip students with skills that are valuable in a wide range of careers, including communication skills, critical thinking, research abilities, and cultural sensitivity.
Global Citizenship: To encourage students to reflect on the global nature of language and literature, enabling them to connect with diverse perspectives, contribute meaningfully to cross-cultural conversations, and become informed global citizens.
Personal Growth: To promote personal growth by fostering self-confidence, self-expression, and a sense of identity through creative writing, critical engagement with texts, and meaningful discussions.
Appreciation for Literature: To cultivate a lasting appreciation for literature as a source of intellectual enrichment, emotional resonance, and cultural insight, enhancing students’ quality of life beyond academic pursuits.
Graduates from the English Department are equipped for a wide array of rewarding career paths. They may become writers, editors, teachers, content creators, social media managers, public relations specialists, technical writers, marketers, legal assistants, human resources specialists, freelance writers, or pursue graduate studies. With their strong communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills, English majors are prepared to excel in diverse fields and make meaningful contributions to society.
Bs Programme
SEMESTER 1
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSAH 1302 | Arabic – 1 / 1 اللغة العربية | 3 |
BSAH 1303 | English اللغة الإنجليزية | 3 |
BSAH 1304 | مدخل إلى فقه العبادات | 2 |
BSAH 1305 | Sociology / مدخل علم الاجتماع | 3 |
BSAH 1306 | AHPSchology / مدخل علم النفس | 2 |
BSAH 1307 | History / تمهيد لدراسة التاريخ | 3 |
BSAH 1308 | Geography مدخل إلى علم الجغرافيا / | 2 |
Total Credit Hours | 18 |
SEMESTER 2
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSAH 1309 | تيارات فكرية معاصر / Contemporary Intellectual Trends | 3 |
BSAH 1310 | أثر الحضارة العربية في الحضارة الغربية / The Impact of Arab Civilization on Western Civilization | 3 |
BSAH 1311 | مدخل إلى مصطلح الحديث / An Introduction to the Terminology of Hadith | 3 |
BSAH 1312 | الحاسوب / The Computer | 3 |
BSAH 1313 | قرآن كريم / The Holy Quran | 3 |
BSAH 1314 | جوانب تربوية في السيرة النبوية / Educational Aspects in the Prophetic Biography (Seerah) | 3 |
BSAH 1315 | مدخل إلى علم الأخلاق / An Introduction to the Science of Ethics | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 3
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSAH 1316 | أسس علم الاجتماع / The Foundations of Sociology | 3 |
BSAH 1317 | الجغرافيا البشرية / Geography | 3 |
BSAH 1318 | اللغة العربية / Arabic | 3 |
BSAH 1319 | تمهيد لدراسة العقيدة | 3 |
BSAH 1320 | علم النفس / AHPSchology | 3 |
BSAH 1321 | اللغات الأجنبية / Languages | 3 |
BSAH 1322 | مدخل إلى علم التصوف / An Introduction to the Science of Sufism | 3 |
18 |
SEMSETER 4
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSAH 1323 | التاريخ الحديث / History | 3 |
BSAH 1324 | علم النفس 3 / AHPSchology | 3 |
BSAH 1325 | Social Sciences / علم الاجتماع3 | 3 |
BSAH 1326 | الجغرافيا الطبيعية / Geography | 3 |
BSAH 1327 | العربية 3 اللغة / Arabic | 3 |
BSAH 1328 | الفكر الإسلامي / Islamic studies | 3 |
BSAH 1329 | الفلسفة / Philosophy | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 5
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | ||
BSEN 1451 | Approaches to Literature | 3 | ||
BSEN 1452 | Literary Movements | 3 | ||
BSEN 1453 | Critical Theory | 3 | ||
BSEN 1454 | Drama | 3 | ||
BSEN 1455 | Novel | 3 | ||
BSEN 1456 | Poetry | 3 | ||
18 |
SEMESTER 6
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | |
BSEN 1457 | Postcolonial Studies | 3 | |
BSEN 1458 | Contemporary AARican Literature | 3 | |
BSEN 1459 | Contemporary Asian Literature | 3 | |
BSEN 1460 | Women’s Writings | 3 | |
BSEN 1461 | Travel Narrative | 3 | |
BSEN 1462 | Advanced Research Skills | 3 | |
18 |
SEMESTER 7
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | |
BSEN 1463 | Communication Theories | 3 | |
BSEN 1464 | Methods in Communication Studies and Practice | 3 | |
BSEN 1465 | Advanced topics in Film Studies | 3 | |
BSEN 1466 | New Media Technology | 3 | |
BSEN 1467 | Communication Technologies and Gender | 3 | |
BSEN 1468 | Soft Skills Development | 3 | |
18 |
SEMESTER 8
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | |||
BSEN 1469 | Communication and AARican Popular Culture | 3 | |||
BSEN 1470 | Communication and Asian Popular Culture | 3 | |||
BSEN 1471 | Advanced Intercultural Communication | 3 | |||
BSEN 1472 | Political Communication | 3 | |||
BSEN 1473 | Marketing Communication | 3 | |||
BSEN 1474 | Advanced Research Skills | 3 | |||
18 |
MS Programme
SEMESTER 1
Code | Course Title |
MSEN 1563 | Phonetics |
MSEN 1564 | Approach to Poetry |
MSEN 1565 | Approach to Novel |
MSEN 1566 | Approach to Linguistics |
SEMESTER 2
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
MSEN 1567 | Translation | 3 |
MSEN 1568 | Texts and Summaries | 3 |
MSEN 1569 | Advance Linguistics | 3 |
MSEN 1570 | Drama | 3 |
12 |