Our four-year undergraduate honours programme in English will not only give you a nuanced understanding of English language and literature, it will also develop skills that will give you an edge over others in the global environment. With growing demand for young professionals with an excellent command over the English language across various fields, give yourself the competitive edge with additional competency in regional languages with electives like Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati and Bengali. Or opt for complementary electives like History, Political Science and Education.
BESC’s B.A. (H) English course focuses on overall student growth. Through mentoring, tutorials, site visits, workshops, parent-teacher interactions, and expert seminars, students gain guidance, exposure, and practical skills beyond the classroom.
BESC’s B.A. (H) English course uses modern teaching approaches to engage students, foster critical thinking, and build a love for learning. Flipped classrooms, ICT-enabled lessons, workshops, seminars, and regular assignments make learning interactive and practical.
| Name of Course | Semester | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| History of literature and philology | 1 | 100 |
| European classical literature | 1 | 100 |
| Poetry and short story | 1 | 100 |
| Communicative english or mil | 1 | 100 |
| Indian writing in english | 2 | 100 |
| Environment study | 2 | 100 |
| Essay + drama and novel | 2 | 100 |
| British poetry and drama (14th – 17th century) | 2 | 100 |
| American literature | 3 | 100 |
| Popular literature | 3 | 100 |
| Translation studies or business communication | 3 | 100 |
| British poetry and drama (17th – 18th century) | 3 | 100 |
| British literature (18th century) | 4 | 100 |
| Academic writing | 4 | 100 |
| Women’s writing and women’s empowerment | 3 | 100 |
| British romantic literature | 4 | 100 |
| 19th century british literature | 4 | 100 |
| Creative writing or academic writing and composition | 4 | 100 |
| Women’s writing | 5 | 100 |
| Early 20th century British literature | 5 | 100 |
| Modern Indian writing in english translation or literary theory and criticism | 5 | 100 |
| Literary types and rhetoric and prosody or contemporary India: women and empowerment | 5 | 100 |
| Modern European drama | 6 | 100 |
| Postcolonial literature | 6 | 100 |
| Partition literature or media and communication studies | 6 | 100 |
| Autobiography or text and performances | 6 | 100 |
Choose Any Two
History / Political Science / Bengali or Hindi / Education or Film Studies / Sociology / Economics / Journalism & Mass Communication or Geography or Psychology
IDC 1
Political Science, Sociology, History, Journalism & Mass Communication, Bengali, Hindi, Education, Psychology, Geography, Film Studies
IDC 2
Political Science, Sociology, History, Journalism & Mass Communication, Bengali, Hindi, Education, Psychology, Geography, Film Studies, Statistics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics
IDC 3
Political Science, Sociology, History, Journalism & Mass Communication, Bengali, Hindi, Education, Psychology, Geography, Film Studies, Statistics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics
Graduates can pursue postgraduate studies in English or related disciplines, teaching qualifications, or research degrees. Professionally, the programme builds strong communication and analytical skills valued across education, media, publishing, corporate communications, PR and the creative sector.
* Frequently Asked Questions
BESC’s B.A. (H) English course is designed to strike the perfect balance between academic learning and real-world exposure. Alongside a strong foundation in the classroom, students benefit from industry mentorship, site visits, hands-on workshops, expert seminars, and insightful guest lectures. These experiences enrich their understanding, bridge theory with practice, and prepare them to confidently navigate professional environments.
BESC is my alma mater, and I am grateful for the English Department’s academic rigor and supportive environment, which has nourished me into becoming the person I am today and has played a significant role in my professional growth as well.
My experience at the Department of English, BESC, combined quality academics with meaningful personal growth. It helped build my confidence and personality, shaping me into a more empathetic and capable individual.
The English Department of BESC played a pivotal role in helping me recognise my passion for English, ultimately shaping my path towards becoming an Assistant Professor in the field, and pursuing a PhD in the same subject. shaped my academic journey, nurturing my passion for English through inspiring mentorship and engaging pedagogy that brought literature vividly to life. Beyond the classroom’s confines, it fostered dialogue, curiosity, and lived learning that extended far beyond prescribed texts.
The English Department at BESC gave me a deep love for language. I didn't know then that it would one day become my profession, helping leaders and working professionals communicate with clarity and confidence.
My time in the English Department at The Bhawanipur Education Society College was wonderful. From insightful literary discussions with my professors to unforgettable canteen breaks with friends, every moment shaped my learning and overall college experience. I am grateful to my professors for their mentorship and to my friends for the memories.
The Department of English at BESC was my second home, shaping my academic journey. Achieving First Class First in English Honours and being felicitated at the Convocation Ceremony remains a cherished dream come true.
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