announcement
The Department of Languages was established in 2019 under the Indus Institute of Sciences, Humanities & Liberal Studies. The objective is to create an English language proficient workforce through training the trainers/teachers and the students, methodically in the latest trends of language and literature teaching hence making them industry-ready with a plethora of opportunities in the market.
The Department of Languages aims to educate and train students who have an inclination for literature and language. Literature being the cornerstone of Language studies will be delivered through an experiential method where students will explore and analyze fictional and non-fictional works of prose, poetry, drama, and classic works of art. The syllabus has also been designed to assist students in further research in the field of Literature. This will assist students in gaining language and ultimately in making a career in the domains of content writing, editing, proofreading; copy writing, public relations, reporting, teaching, and novel writing on acquiring a degree.
Students interested in Language can also opt for English Language Teaching. The course is designed to train the Language Proficient Workforce of tomorrow. Students will be learning aspects of language teaching including, but not limited to phonetics, syntax, phonology, morphology, semantics, and pragmatics along with Principles of Language Teaching, Materials Development, Second Language Acquisition, and Language Testing & Assessment. Upon completion of this program, students will master the following three fields of linguistics: theoretical, descriptive, and applied linguistics. This course shall open several doors in the field of academia as an English Language professor, translator or trainer in private firms, forensic linguist with reputed syndicates, or lexicographer.
Excessive demand for linguists and creative individuals makes English literature and English Language Teaching the most sought-after subjects in developing economies like India.
Department of Languages boasts of experts in language and literature, qualified to be the guide to research scholars. Scholars at Indus University are provided with a wide scope to explore American, African, Indian, Australian Literature, and English Language.
We at IISHLS are committed to exploring possibilities & engage our students in this cultural paradigm through practice, research & development to help them identify the very need, avenues & purpose through historical & contemporary practices to develop a futuristic vision for the benefit of the larger human environment.
The Admission Committee of Indus University will admit students based on merit. Students need to register themselves by online form –submit online form.
Students can walk in and get admission to the course after interaction and approval by the admission committee.
Contact for admission-related query – shls.dean@indusuni.ac.in
Phone +91 9825865103
Course Duration
M.A – English Language Teaching- 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Eligibility
Graduates in English are eligible to take this program.
Intake
40 Seats (to confirm)
Tuition Fees per year
Rs. 18,000/-
Master of Arts in English Language Teaching Course Details
Master of Arts in English Course Details
The English Language Lab is a conscientiously created language learning software solution. English Language Lab is designed to enhance students’ language skills, thus increasing employability and ensuring a successful career. It makes the teaching and learning of language highly enjoyable.
The Language Lab practical input prepares students to communicate in English with clarity and confidence. It offers the best in terms of continuous evaluation, content, teaching expertise, and methodology. The sessions are designed to train students in soft skills to help them succeed in the recruitment process. A strong and conscious effort is made to make the process of learning interesting, innovative, and exciting. Besides the development of language, the activities undertaken are also aimed toward the development of their self-esteem and confidence through presentations and competitions. The students are exposed to several practice activities where s/he can practice words by listening to the correct pronunciation, recording their voice, and comparing their recording with the correct pronunciation. In the language, classroom care is taken to ensure that students recognize speaking, listening, reading, and writing as active & constructive processes.
There are many sectors that are open for MA English Literature and M A - ELT graduates. Some of these sectors are
Some of the popular professions available for Post Graduates in English Literature and ELT are:
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