English Language and Literature (ELL)
Mission
The mission of the Department is to develop students' knowledge in the fields of English Language and Literature, and their commitment to using their knowledge for the advancement of the Ummah.
Objectives
The objectives of the Department of English Language and Literature is to help students to have a solid foundation in the areas of English Language, particularly Literature and Language. It aims to offer students a number of courses to help develop their understanding of the nuances and distinctions of the English Language.
The Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
The Program Educational Objectives (PEO): The (PEO) of English Language and Literature is to develop and nurture in students an appreciation of the English Language and the ability to think critically about the daily use of English in all spheres of life. The program aims to encourage them to think laterally and analytically, consequently helping them to solve problems creatively. Specifically, it prepares students for a life in demanding professions such as teaching, editing, translating and in the areas of consultancy, services, commerce and the media. In line with the university’s mission of Islamization of knowledge, the courses are taught with Islam in mind. The well-rounded curriculum allows students and staff to explore their strengths and weaknesses in applying English to their life with Islam at the core of their outlook of life.
Admission Requirements
- Total GPA 6.00 in SSC/Dakhil & HSC/Alim but scoring not less than GPA 2.50 in any individual examination; OR
- Minimum 5 (five) subjects in O level and 2 (two) major subjects in A level with minimum ‘B’ grade in 4 subjects and ‘C’ grade in 3 subjects.
Duration
The BA (Hon’s) Program normally takes four academic years (i.e. 8 Semesters) to complete. Each academic year is divided into 2 Semesters (Spring Semester and Autumn Semester) having a duration 15 week Lecture period for each semester. The Mid-term Examination will be held after conducting 6 weeks classes. Conducting 9 weeks classes after Mid-term Examination Final Examination will be held at the end of each semester. In order to graduate, total 140 credit hours have to be undertaken and completed by a student during 8 semesters. By registering more number of courses in regular semesters, students may also complete their graduation studies within at least three academic years (i.e. 6 Semesters) of regular studentship. However a student may be allowed to complete their graduation studies in the University within maximum of six academic years (i.e.12 semesters).
Admission Test
Application for admission to BA (Hons.) in English Language and Literature shall be invited through an announcement in the National/Local Dailies and IIUC website www.iiuc.ac.bd twice a year. The deserving candidates have to apply through IIUC website www.iiuc.ac.bd or web link https://www.iiuc.ac.bd/home/apply-online. Students are admitted through a competitive written test. Usually questions paper are designed as semi broad & MCQ Type. Marks allocation of admission test are:
BREAK-UP OF FEES & CHARGES
A student shall have to pay Tk. 3,10,026/- for completing English Language and Literature degree as per the following break up:
| SL | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Admission Fees (Once & non-refundable) | Tk. 25,000/- |
| 2 | Semester Fees (Tk. 7,000 × 8) | Tk. 56,000/- |
| 3 | Tuition Fees: DC: 1,290 x 129 = 1,66,410/- URC: 1,100 x 11 = 12,100/- |
Tk. 1, 78,510/- |
| 4 | Exam Fees (Tk. 100 × 140 CH ) | Tk. 14,000/- |
| 5 | Establishment Fees (Tk. 4,000 × 8) | Tk. 32,000/- |
| 6 | Library Development Fee | Tk. 2,000/- |
| 7 | Orientation Fee | Tk. 2,500/- |
| 8 | Rover Scout Fee | Tk. 16/- |
| Total Fees and Charges: Tk. 3,10,026/- | ||
Semester-wise Payable Fess:
* First Installment (During Admission): Tk. 62,566/-
* Second to onward Installment (During Semester Registration):
| SL | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Semester Fees | Tk. 7,000/- |
| 2 | Tuition Fees: 1,290 x No. of CH of DC Courses 1,100 x No. of CH of URC Courses |
Tk. *****/- |
| 3 | Exam Fees: Tk. 100 × No. of CH of total registered Courses |
Tk. *****/- |
| 4 | Establishment Fees | Tk. 4,000/- |
| Semester-wise Total Fees and Charges: To be counted | ||
DC = Departmental Course, URC = University Requirement Course
| English Language | General Knowledge | Viva | SSC & HSC GPA | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 15 | 10 | 10 | 120 |
Admission Period
Students are admitted into “BA (Hons.) in English Language and Literature” program twice a year as follows:
| Semester | Period | Application Period | Admission Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | January – June | September - October | November - December |
| Autumn | July – December | March - April | May - June |
Grading System
The Grading System for assessing the performance of the students shall be as follows:
| Marks (%) | Letter Grade | Grade Point | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80-100 | A + | 4.00 | Excellent |
| 75–79 | A | 3.75 | Very Good |
| 70–74 | A- | 3.50 | |
| 65–69 | B+ | 3.25 | Good |
| 60–64 | B | 3.00 | |
| 55–59 | B- | 2.75 | Satisfactory |
| 50–54 | C+ | 2.50 | |
| 45–49 | C | 2.25 | Pass |
| 40–44 | D | 2.00 | |
| 00–39 | F | 0.00 | Fail |
Calculation of GPA and CGPA
GPA: Grade Point Average (GPA) is computed by dividing the total grade point earned by the number of credit hours attempted in a particular semester.
CGPA: Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is computed by dividing the total grade point earned by the total number of credit hours attempted at the diploma courses up to that point of time.
Achieving minimum GPA in each semester
A student shall have to obtain minimum GPA 2.00 in each semester.
Achieving minimum GPA in for awarding degree
A student shall have to obtain minimum CGPA 2.50 for awarding degree.
Summary of Courses
Summary of Courses:
| Course Type | Details | Number of Courses | Total C.H |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non- Departmental Courses | University Requirement Courses | 08 | 11 |
| Basic Courses | Foundation Courses | 10 | 30 |
| Core Courses | 24 | 72 | |
| Elective Courses | 07 | 21 | |
| Total | 41 | 134 |
Semester wise Courses:
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ELL-1101 | Four Skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing) | 3 | |
| 2 | ELL-1102 | Remedial Grammar | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-1103 | From Paragraph to Essay | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-1104 | History of English Literature | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-1105 | Basic Bengali Language Skills | 3 | |
| 6 | UREM-1101 | Text of Ethics and Morality-1 | 1 | |
| 7 | REC-1106 | Remedial English Course-II | 0 |
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | URED-1201 | Basic Principles of Islam (Aqidah + Ibadah) | 2 | |
| 2 | ELL-1206 | Spoken English and Phonetics | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-1207 | English History | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-1208 | Introduction to Poetry | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-1209 | History of Bangladesh | 3 | |
| 6 | ELL-1210 | Bangladeshi Art and Culture | 3 | |
| 7 | URWC-1202 | World View and Civilization | 2 |
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ELL-2311 | English for Professional Purposes | 3 | |
| 2 | ELL-2312 | Academic Writing | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-2313 | Introduction to Prose and Drama | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-2314 | Old English Literature in Translation | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-2315 | Introduction to Sociology and Anthropology | 3 | |
| 6 | ELL-2316 | Basic Computer Skills | 3 | |
| 7 | URED-2302 | Sciences of Qur’an and Hadith | 1 | |
| 8 | URED-2305 | Comparative Religion | 3 |
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ELL-2417 | Medieval English Literature | 3 | |
| 2 | ELL-2418 | Renaissance Poetry and Prose | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-2419 | Elizabethan and Jacobean Drama | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-2420 | 17th Century Literature | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-2421 | Basic Philosophical Concepts | 3 | |
| 6 | UREM-2402 | Text of Ethics and Morality-II | 1 |
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | URED-3503 | Introduction to Political Thoughts and Social Behavior | 2 | |
| 2 | ELL-3522 | Restoration and 18th Century Literature | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-3523 | Romantic Poetry | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-3524 | Victorian Prose and Poetry | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-3525 | The English Novel from Austen to Hardy | 3 | |
| 6 | ELL-3526 | Western Classics in Translation | 3 |
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | URED-3604 | Life and Teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAAS) | 1 | |
| 2 | ELL-3627 | Modern English Literature | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-3628 | South Asian Literature in English | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-3629 | American Literature-I | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-3630 | Latin American Classics in Translation | 3 | |
| 6 | ELL-3631 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 |
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | URIH-4701 | A Survey of Islamic History and Culture | 1 | |
| 2 | ELL-4732 | American Literature-II | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-4733 | African and Caribbean Literature in English | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-4734 | Teaching Language through Literature | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-4735 | Introduction to English Language Teaching (ELT) | 3 | |
| 6 | ELL-4736 | Introduction to Bengali Literature | 3 |
| SL | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ELL-4837 | Asian Classics in Translation | 3 | |
| 2 | ELL-4838 | Literary Criticism and Theory | 3 | |
| 3 | ELL-4839 | Language and Media | 3 | |
| 4 | ELL-4840 | Discourse Analysis | 3 | |
| 5 | ELL-4841 | Teaching Second Language Skills | 3 |