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M.A. English & Comparative literature

Master of Arts in English & Comparative literature

Do you have a deep interest in the English language and its literature? Do you hold a Bachelor of Arts in English literature? Find here in this page the details of the program M.A. English and Comparative Literature.

Overview

This is a very useful program for those looking forward to build their proficiency in the English language and at the same time have a deep love for English literature. The course is a very effective one in improving your vocabulary in the English language and also for building your writing skills. Building proficiency in the English language has many advantages with respect to career choices. Studying the language at great depth and detail also makes up for the lack of exposure to spoken English.

Eligibility and course duration

Bachelors degree in English Literature with at least 50% marks in final. Graduates from other disciplines too may apply, but the course should include a paper on English with not less than 55% marks in it. The criteria may differ from institute to institute.

Duration of the course is 2 years.

M.A. English & Comparative literature - Colleges & Admission Notifications

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G D Modi Arts College, Gujarat

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More about the course

The MA program in English and comparative literature provides you with a greater understanding of the English language. One gets to know a lot about the origin and growth of the English language over many centuries. One learns about the literary practices staring from the earliest periods of the development of this language. One also learns of the medieval period and how it affected the development of the language during those times. Other than the rich history of the language, one also learns of the rich heritage of English drama, poetry, prose and theatre. From methodologies and perspectives, you get to go through a number of works on English literature authored by literary greats who can be no more reached by us but their works continue to enliven us all the more. Poetries, prose, dramas, media studies and many other fictional works form part of the syllabus. You are also introduced to the various literary theories and there is a introduction to linguistics too. Other than the classical works of the British era, there are works on Indian writing in English too that you get to study. Among other things there will be topics on creative writing, film studies and a second language too.

Career prospects

Most of the opportunities after MA English are in the education line where you get to become a teacher or professor in schools and colleges. You may also appear for state and central civil services exams. You may work for magazines and newspapers. You may do freelance work as a novelist, copywriter, editor, etc.

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