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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.

  1. Language Proficiency: To enhance students’ mastery of the English language, enabling them to communicate effectively, write coherently, and comprehend complex texts with clarity.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. Effective Communication: To develop oral communication skills, enabling students to articulate their thoughts confidently, engage in discussions, and make persuasive presentations.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. 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