HoD’s message:

Dr. Roopa Philip
roopaphilip@jyotinivas.org

When the MA English programme began in 1991, we were the first affiliate college in Bangalore to start one. For over 30 years, the graduating students have taken with them the crucial skills of analytical and critical thinking, communication, adaptability and professionalism to make careers in top colleges and organisations. Our alumna has been placed as faculty at various schools, colleges and universities in and around Bangalore – Jyoti Nivas College, Bengaluru City University, St. Joseph’s University, Kristu Jayanti deemed to be University, Mount Carmel College, Jain deemed to be university, CMRIT and many more. But the MA English programme equips students for so much more than a career as teachers. In the last decade, the innovative and skill-oriented courses introduced, have enabled students to embark on lucrative careers as trainers, researchers, technical writers, content writers, creative writers and PR executives, with some even taking the less trodden path into entrepreneurial ventures.
The MA English programme goes beyond what a conventional degree focuses on, to ensure our graduating students are equipped to independently navigate a rapidly changing world and its demands, with grace, conviction and strength. They are our ambassadors and strongest supporters and we take pride in their growth and achievements.
Dr. Roopa Philip
HoD, Department of English and Centre for Research (PG)

Programme Objectives:
The courses are structured with the following general objectives:
• Develop critical and analytical skills
• Inculcate research thinking
• Nuanced understanding of the social and cultural contexts
• Improve written and spoken communication
• Impart skills to enhance employability in keeping with the various avenues for employment.
• Support in clearing competitive exams like NET and KSET.

Programme Outcomes:
• Demonstrate excellence in both oral and written communication, in academic and professional contexts.
• Independently design and execute research projects
• Effectively use digital tools and technologies relevant to writing and research.
• Design syllabi, lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment tools aligned with Outcome-Based Education (OBE) principles.
• Write and edit research papers, synopses, and abstracts following MLA formatting guidelines.
• Create search engine optimized (SEO) content suitable for various digital platforms.
• Engage in independent and critical analysis of literary and cultural texts.
• Translate literary and non-literary texts across languages with sensitivity to context and meaning.
• Apply foundational principles of subtitling for audiovisual media.
• Demonstrate basic competencies in technical writing and editing for academic and industry-related purposes.