BA in English | AIUB

BA in English | AIUB Faculties Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences Programs Under Graduate Programs BA in English BA in English Faculties Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences Programs Under Graduate Programs BA in English BA in English Courses BA in Media And Mass Communication Bachelor of Laws (LL B ) BSS in Economics Faculty of Business Administration Faculty of Engineering Faculty of Health and Life Sciences Faculty of Science and Technology Graduate Attributes All English graduates will possess, to varying degrees, the following set of attributes: Attribute Dimension Disciplinary Depth of Knowledge Apply knowledge and understanding of the values, principles, and methods of their discipline(s) Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Identify and assess complex issues in scientific approach based, where appropriate, on empirical evidence Collaboration and Effective Communication Communicate and engage with the diverse communities and respect others’ views and perspectives Intercultural and Global Perspective Responsive to culturally and linguistically diverse contexts appreciating global perspective Ethics and Responsibility Ethically aware and committed to social and civic responsibilities, human rights and sustainability Reflection and lifelong learning Reflect on their efforts and achievements using criticism productively to become autonomous and lifelong learners Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) PEO 1 : Accomplishments Exhibit achievement in creating artistic works or solving real-life problems through innovation and creativity or discovery of new procedures and a strong sense of curiosity. PEO 2 : Ability Demonstrate the ability to apply their skills across wide range of professional practice ethically by assessing innovative ideas critically and integrating knowledge across fields to function effectively as individuals or within teams. PEO 3 : Attitude Develop an attitude in adapting to updated knowledge and technologies necessary for sustainable development of society by challenging assumptions or engaging in inquiry and assimilating diverse opinions Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in English, students will be able to: PLO 1: Disciplinary Knowledge of English Language and Literature Demonstrate and apply knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles and scholarly developments in the field of English Language and Literature Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO1 FS1.C4 Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles in the field of English Language and Literature and the history of the scholarly development in the field Cognitive Level 4 (Analyzing) PLO1 FS2.C3 Apply underlying principles, theories and concepts in novel context including their application in appropriate professional context Cognitive Level 3 (Applying) PLO 2: Knowledge and Applications of English Language Pedagogy Apply and integrate the knowledge of English Language, pedagogy, psychology, acquisition, etc. into the teaching and learning of English Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO2 FS3.C2 Select and adapt instructional materials appropriate and relevant to English learners’ characteristics at primary and secondary levels Cognitive Level 2 (Understanding) PLO2 FS3.P3 Design and implement lesson plans in the classroom settings applying the principled learning techniques and classroom management Psychomotor Level 3 (Precision) PLO 3: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Analyze and evaluate English language and texts reflecting critically upon different literary and linguistic approaches, perspectives, theories, practice, etc. Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO3 FS3.P3 Analyze and interpret English texts using one or more linguistic/literary schools of thought as a basis Psychomotor Level 3 (Precision) PLO3 FS4.A2 Demonstrate and articulate critical awareness of how different historical, social and cultural contexts affect judgments about the nature of language and literature Affective Level 2 (Responding) PLO3 FS3.C5 Identify problems in ELT and provide solutions through reflective practice Cognitive Level 5 (Evaluating) PLO 4: Interpersonal and Communicative Competence Exhibit communicative competence in English in diverse local and international contexts Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO4 SS1.P4 Communicate ideas, information, explication, etc. effectively and appropriately to different audiences Psychomotor Level 4 (Articulation) PLO4 SS2.A2 Express her/himself fluently and spontaneously in English and Bangla Affective Level 2 (Responding) PLO4 SS3.A2 Use language flexibly and effectively for various social purposes Affective Level 2 (Responding) PLO4 SS4.C6 Develop and compose texts in appropriate rhetorical modes/genres Cognitive Level 6 (Creating) Teamwork and Collaboration: Engage actively in cooperative/collaborative tasks with peers to incorporate ideas and techniques, take shared ownership and responsibility for their own learning PLO 5: Self-development, Lifelong Learning and Entrepreneurial Skills Respond and adapt to changing global circumstances by engaging in acquisition of new knowledge/skills with entrepreneurial mindset for career progression Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO5 SS5.C6 Demonstrate curiosity, creativity, innovation, risk taking propensity and cultivate the entrepreneurial spirit to establish a better career pathway Cognitive Level 6 (Creating) PLO5 PS1.A4 Engage in self-directed and autonomous learning of English language skills Affective Level 4 (Organization) PLO5 PS3.A5 Showcase global knowledge and competencies to fulfil employment, entrepreneurial and lifelong learning skills Affective Level 5 (Characterization PLO 6: Leadership, Autonomy and Responsibility Demonstrate ability to lead and manage cooperatively/collaboratively towards fulfilling pre-determined goals through effective decision making and capacity-building Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO6 FS5.A2 Support, mentor, or lead team members in different academic and other professional contexts Affective Level 2 (Responding) PLO6 TS1.A4 Exercise substantial degree of autonomy in making appropriate judgments/decisions with responsibility Affective Level 4 (Organization) PLO6 TS2.A5 Demonstrate professional knowledge and practical skills to lead a team in different contexts Affective Level 5 (Characterization) PLO 7: Information and Digital Literacy Adopt and operate a broad range of digital tools for digital communication and learning and teaching of English language Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO7 FS6.A3 Display advanced and adequate digital literacy to perform complex tasks and bring about solutions Cognitive Level 3 (Applying) PLO 8: Ethics, Integrity and Citizenship Demonstrate commitment to civic responsibility, ethical values and professionalism in the workplace and everyday life with a focus on the common good Indicator ID Definition of Indicator Domain PLO8 PS2.A5 Demonstrate social, professional, environmental and ethical practice/values Affective Level 5 (Characterization) PLO8 PS4.A3 Contribute significantly utilizing personal skills for the development of society Affective Level 3 (Valuing) PLO8 SS6.A5 Display advanced civic literacy and knowledge, exercising civic rights and obligations at all levels as well as participating in changes for the improvement of Bangladesh society Affective Level 5 (Characterization) BNQF Level Descriptors Fundamental Skills FS1 Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles of his/her field of study, and of the way in which those principles have developed; FS2 Apply underlying concepts and principles outside the context in which they were first studied, including, where appropriate, the application of those principles in an employment context; FS3 Apply knowledge and skills in addressing issues/solving problems with minimal supervision; FS4 Evaluate critically the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems in his/her field of study; FS5 Support supervision of junior staff via a mentor or a leader/manager; and FS6 Display advanced digital literacy which is adequate to perform complex tasks and bring about solutions. Social Skills SS1 Communicate and interact effectively and clearly, ideas, information, problems and solutions as a team to peers, experts and non-experts in Bangla and English; SS2 Express her/himself fluently and spontaneously in English and Bangla; SS3 Use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes; SS4 Produce clear, well structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices in advanced proficiency level of Bangla and English; SS5 Demonstrate the ability to incorporate entrepreneurial skills in planning daily activities; and SS6 Display advanced civic literacy and knowledge, exercising civic rights and obligations at all levels as well as participating in changes for the improvement of Bangladesh society. Thinking Skills TS1 Exercise very substantial degree of autonomy and often significant responsibility in making judgments/ decisions towards the management of self, others and for the allocation of substantial resources; and TS2 Demonstrate professional knowledge and practical skills in both technical and management to lead a team in inexperienced environment. Personal Skills PS1 Engage in self-direction and self-enterprise skills; PS2 Demonstrate social, professional, environmental and ethical practice/ values; PS3 Show-case global knowledge and competencies to fulfil employment, entrepreneurial and lifelong learning skills; and PS4 Contribute significantly to the society. BA in English Curriculum BA in English Curriculum Semester 1 Code Course Prereq. Credit CSC1101 COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS BAS1101 BANGLA LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ENG1103 INTRODUCTION TO LINGUISTICS BAS1102 FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIOLOGY ENG1101 ENGLISH READING SKILLS & PUBLIC SPEAKING ENG1102 INTRODUCTION TO ENGLISH LITERATURE Total 18 Semester 2 Code Course Prereq. Credit BAS1205 NATURAL SCIENCE BAS1203 HISTORY OF EMERGENCE OF BANGLADESH BAS1204 FUNDAMENTALS OF ECONOMICS ENG1202 ENGLISH WRITING ENG1101 ENG1203 MORPHOLOGY ENG1204 APPRECIATION OF POETRY Total 18 Semester 3 Code Course Prereq. Credit ENG2104 WRITING FOR ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES ENG1202 BAS2107 ARTS AND AESTHETICS ENG2107 HISTORY OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE MAT2101 STATISTICS FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE BBA2101 ELEMENTARY ACCOUNTING BAS2106 BANGLADESH STUDIES BAS1203 Total 18 Semester 4 Code Course Prereq. Credit BAS2208 SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHODOLOGY MAT2101 ENG2204 PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH ENG1202 ENG2203 APPRECIATION OF DRAMA BAS2209 COGNITIVE AND SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY ENG2201 APPRECIATION OF PROSE ENG2202 CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES IN ELT ENG1103 Total 18 Semester 5 Code Course Prereq. Credit NoNeed BAE Elective 1 NoNeed BAE Elective 2 ENG3101 CLASSICAL LITERATURE ENG2203 ENG3103 TEACHING GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY BAS3110 PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICS ENG3102 FIRST LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT Total 18 Semester 6 Code Course Prereq. Credit ENG3201 PHONETICS AND PHONOLOGY ENG1203 BAE Elective 3 BAE Elective 4 ENG3202 CONTEMPORARY SOUTH ASIAN LITERATURE IN ENGLISH ENG3203 ELT APPROACHES AND METHODS ENG2202 BAS3208 SOUTH ASIAN HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT Total 18 Semester 7 Code Course Prereq. Credit BAE Elective 5 BAE Elective 6 BAE Elective 7 ENG4106 SOCIOLINGUISTICS ENG4101 SHAKESPEARE ENG4103 LITERARY THEORY AND CRITICISM Total 18 Semester 8 Code Course Prereq. Credit BAE Elective 8 BAE Elective 9 ENG4227 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ENG4228 TEACHING PRACTICUM BAE Elective 10 Total 14 Grand Total 140 credits Major in Linguistics & TESL First Major: Any TEN (10) courses equivalent to (10 X 3) 30 credit hours from the following have to be completed for a First Major in Linguistics & TESL. Second Major: Any SIX (6) courses equivalent to (6 X 3) 18 credit hours from the following have to be completed for a Second Major in Linguistics & TESL. Minor: Any FOUR (4) courses equivalent to (4 X 3) 12 credit hours from the following have to be completed for a Minor in in Linguistics & TESL. Code Course Description Prereq. Credit ENG4202 LANGUAGE TESTING 60 Credits ENG4204 ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES 60 Credits ENG4206 TEACHING READING 60 Credits ENG4208 TEACHING LISTENING AND SPEAKING 60 Credits ENG4207 TEACHING WRITING 60 Credits ENG4201 SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION 60 Credits LNG4201 GLOBAL LANGUAGES 60 Credits ENG4102 ENGLISH SYNTAX 60 Credits ENG4104 SEMANTICS AND PRAGMATICS 60 Credits ENG4107 DISCOURSE ANALYSIS 60 Credits ENG4105 GLOBAL ENGLISHES 60 Credits ENG4203 BILINGUALISM 60 Credits ENG4205 TECHNOLOGY IN LANGUAGE LEARNING 60 Credits ENG4230 INDEPENDENT PROJECT 60 Credits Major In Literature First Major: Any TEN (10) courses equivalent to (10 X 3) 30 credit hours from the following have to be completed for a First Major in Literature. Second Major: Any SIX (6) courses equivalent to (6 X 3) 18 credit hours from the following have to be completed for a Second Major in Literature. Minor: Any FOUR (4) courses equivalent to (4 X 3) 12 credit hours from the following have to be completed for a Minor in Literature. Code Course Prereq. Credit ENG4218 TRANSLATION STUDIES 60 Credits ENG4113 VICTORIAN LITERATURE 60 Credits ENG4112 ROMANTIC POETRY 60 Credits ENG4212 AMERICAN LITERATURE 60 Credits ENG4216 16TH AND 17TH CENTURY ENGLISH LITERATURE 60 Credits ENG4211 MODERN DRAMA AND POETRY 60 Credits LNG4201 GLOBAL LANGUAGES 60 Credits ENG4230 INDEPENDENT PROJECT 60 Credits ENG4111 OLD AND MIDDLE ENGLISH LITERATURE 60 Credits ENG4215 AFRICAN LITERATURE IN ENGLISH 60 Credits ENG4213 EUROPEAN LITERATURE IN ENGLISH 60 Credits ENG4214 CARIBBEAN LITERATURE IN ENGLISH 60 Credits ENG4217 TEACHING ENGLISH LITERATURE 60 Credits ENG4221 BANGLADESHI LITERATURE IN ENGLISH 60 Credits ENG4222 CREATIVE WRITING 60 Credits ENG4115 MODERN FICTION AND NON-FICTION 60 Credits Minor from other disciplines Students of BA English have the following options of taking minor from a discipline other than English: Options for BA English students to take a minor in all or any one of the following from Faculty of Arts and social Sciences: MMC Economics Options for BA English students to take a minor in all or any one of the following from Faculty of Business Administration: Marketing Human Resource Management Hotel & Tourism Management Admission Requirements for BA in English Academic Requirements for BA in English: (a) A total GPA of 5.50 with a minimum GPA of 2.75 for Arts and Social Science;. (a) A total GPA of 5.50 with a minimum GPA of 2. 50 for LL.B.. (b) Minimum GPA 2.5 (in both O and A Levels separately) with no grade lower than ‘D’ among best 5 subjects in O' level and best 2 subjects in A' level. (Scale: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 & E=1) (c) High School Diploma/International Baccalaureate with minimum grade B. (d) GED result will not be accepted. Required Documents for Form Submission: 1. Attested Photocopy of all Board Mark Sheets and Testimonials / Certificates. 2. Three copies of Recent Colored & Clear Passport Sized Photographs. 3. For O’Level &A’Level Students, Attested Photocopy of Certificates/Hard copies (with cash in code). 4. A’ level candidates who will appear on November 2019 are required to submit photocopy of Statement of Entry and original hard copy/Mark sheets of their A’s level Exam(with cash in code). 5. Applicants in Freedom Fighter category are requested to submit attested photocopy of (i) “Provisional Certificate” from Ministry of Liberation war affairs. (ii) Mukti Barta/Indian List/PM signed Certificate (iii) Gazette (iv) “National ID” of the freedom fighter & Birth Certificate / Death Certificate of the Freedom Fighter. (vi) Attested Internet Information of FF. ***Selected applicants in FF quota are requested to bring all these original papers during their admission. Written Exam Waiver Conditions (will be called for viva interview): 1. Minimum score of 1650 in SAT for undergraduate program out of 2400. 2. Minimum score of 1106 in SAT for undergraduate program out of 1600. 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