Bachelor of English / Literature (BS-English)

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Scheme of Studies
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Program Overview

The Bachelor of English / Literature (BS-English) program at Johar Institute of Professional Studies (JIPS) is a comprehensive 4-year professional degree designed to provide students with a deep understanding of English language, literature, linguistics, and communication skills. This program aims to develop critical thinkers, effective communicators, and creative writers who can excel in a wide range of professional fields.

 

Why Choose BS-English at JIPS ?

The BS in English program at the JIPS offers a comprehensive and dynamic curriculum designed to provide a deep understanding of the English language, its literature, and its practical applications in the modern world.

Advanced Curriculum: The curriculum covers core areas of English studies, including literary theory, linguistics, professional writing, and communication studies. The program aims to equip students with critical analysis skills and a profound appreciation for language as a tool for expression and communication.

Experienced Faculty: The Department of English has a dedicated faculty with relevant academic qualifications and experience in various fields of literature, language, and communication. They guide students through complex texts and modern communicative theories.

Practical Training: The program includes focused training in academic writing, editing, and presentation skills. Projects often involve discourse analysis, content creation, and critical research, providing students with hands-on experience directly applicable to media and corporate sectors.

Career Opportunities: Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles, including Content Writer, Journalist, Editor/Proofreader, Teacher/Educator, Public Relations Specialist, and roles in Civil Service/Management. They can work in publishing houses, media agencies, educational institutions, and corporate communications departments.

Professional Growth: The program is designed to develop highly sought-after skills like critical thinking, effective communication, and persuasive writing, which are essential for long-term career success and leadership in diverse fields. It provides a strong foundation for those who wish to pursue advanced degrees in literature, linguistics, law, or journalism.

01.

Program Structure

The BS-English program spans over 4 years, including coursework, practical projects, research papers, and presentations. The curriculum covers key areas like:

  • English Literature (Classical to Contemporary)
  • Literary Criticism and Theory
  • Linguistics and Phonetics
  • Creative Writing and Journalism
  • Research Methodologies
  • Communication Skills and Public Speaking
  • Cultural Studies and World Literature
02.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the BS-English program can pursue careers as:

  • Writers and Authors
  • Editors and Proofreaders
  • Journalists and Reporters
  • Teachers and Academicians
  • Content Writers and Copywriters
  • Public Relations Specialists
  • Communication Consultants
03.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the BS-English program at JIPS, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum qualification: F.A, A-Levels, or equivalent with a minimum of 60% marks.
  • Pass the JIPS entrance test and interview.
  • Submit required documents, including academic transcripts and ID proof.

Scheme of Studies

SEMESTER-I

 

Course

Course Title

Course type

Cr

 

Code

Hrs

 

GC101

Study Skills

Compulsory

3

 

General

GC102

Introduction to Geography

General

3

 

GC103

Pakistan Studies

Compulsory

2

 

ELL101

English-I Reading and

   

Foundational

3

 

Writing Skills

 

ELL102

Introduction to Literary

  

Subject-specific

3

 

Studies

  

Foundational

ELL103

Introduction to Language

  

Subject-specific

3

 

Studies

  

Foundational

 

Total Credit Hours

 

17

 

SEMESTER-II

 

Course

Course Title

Course type

Cr

 

Code

Hrs

 

GC104

Islamic Studies

Compulsory

2

 

GC105

Elementary

Mathematics

 

General

3

 

& Stats

 

GC106

Introduction to Philosophy

General

3

 

ELL104

English

II: Composition

  

Foundational

3

 

Writing

  

ELL105

Introduction to Phonetics

  

Subject-specific

3

 

& Phonology

  

Foundational

ELL106

Literary Forms and

   

Subject-specific

3

 

Movements

 

Foundational

 

Total Credit Hours

 

17

 

SEMESTER-III

 

Course

Course Title

Course type

Cr.

 

Codes

Hrs

 

GC201

Introduction to Information &

Foundational

2+1

 

Computer Technology (ICT)

 

Skills

 

GC202

Islamic History & Culture

General

3

 

GC203

Global Poetry

General

3

 

ELL201

English-III: Communication

  

Foundational

3

 

and Presentation Skills

ELL202

Short Fictional Narratives

Subject-

3

 

specific

ELL203

Introduction to Morphology

Subject-

3

 

specific

 

Total Credit Hours

 

18

 

SEMESTER-IV

 

Course

Course Title

Course type

Cr.

 

Codes

Hrs

 

GC204

Human Rights & Citizenship

Compulsory

3

 

General

ELL204

English-IV: Academic

  

Foundational

3

 

Reading & Writing

ELL205

Classical and Renaissance

  

Subject-specific

3

 

Drama

  

ELL206

Classical Poetry

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL207

Semantics

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL208

Rise of the Novel (18th  to

Subject-specific

3

 

19th century)

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

18

 

SEMESTER-V

Course

Course Title

Course type

Cr.

 

Codes

Hrs

 

GC301

Introduction to International

  

General

3

 

Relations

  

GC302

Introduction to

 

Compulsory

3

 

Environmental Studies

General

ELL301

Romantic and Victorian

  

Subject-specific

3

 

Poetry

  

ELL302

Foundations of Literary

  

Subject-specific

3

 

Theory & Criticism

ELL303

Sociolinguistics

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL304

Popular Fiction

Subject-specific

3

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

18

 

SEMESTER-VI

 

Course

Course Title

Course type

Cr.

 

Codes

Hrs

 

ELL305

Modern Poetry

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL306

Modern Drama

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL307

Modern Novel

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL308

Grammar & Syntax

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL309

Discourse Studies

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL310

Creative Nonfiction

Subject-specific

3

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

18

 

SEMESTER-VII

 

Course

Course Title

Course Type

Cr.

 

Codes

Hrs

 

ELL401

Research Methods and 

   

Subject-specific

3

 

Term Paper Writing

  

ELL402

Introduction to Applied 

  

Subject-specific

3

 

Linguistics

  

ELL403

Introduction to Stylistics

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL404

Literary Theory and

   

Subject-specific

3

 

Practice

   

ELL405

Pakistani Literature in

  

Subject-specific

3

 

English

  

 

Total Credit Hours

 

15

 

SEMESTER-VIII

 

Course

Course Title

Course Type

Cr.

 

Codes

Hrs

 

ELL406

Postcolonial Literature

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL407

American Literature

Subject-specific

3

 

ELL408

Introduction to Translation

 

Subject-specific

3

 

Studies

 

ELL409

Introduction to Women’s

  

Subject-specific

3

 

Writing

  

ELL410

World English’s

Subject-specific

3

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

15