The Bachelor of Arts program in English at Chanakya University offers a broad understanding across disciplines encompassing Critical, Cultural Theory and Literary History. This solid foundation enables students to choose their own paths based on a wide variety of focus areas.
There are several possible specializations one can choose within the field of English such as:
- Literature: This specialization focuses on the study of literary texts, including works of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, and the cultural, historical, and societal context in which they were produced.
- Creative Writing: This specialization focuses on the practice of writing, including fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction, and the development of skills in writing craft and technique.
- Linguistics: This specialization focuses on the study of language, including its structure, usage, and development, and the relationship between language and society.
- English Education: This specialization focuses on the teaching of English, including the development of skills in teaching English as a second language, and the preparation of teachers for K-12 and college-level instruction.
- Professional Writing: This specialization focuses on the writing of professional documents, such as business reports, memos, and emails, and the development of skills in professional communication.
Cultural Studies: This specialization focuses on the study of the cultural, historical, and societal context in which English is used, including the study of popular culture, media, and film.