Vision
To instill curiosity and to develop creativity among students and to emerge as a cynosure of excellence in the field of English studies.
Mission
The department is committed to up skill students’ holistic understanding of life through the lens of literature, and to foster the ability to communicate confidently in their respective domains with integrity.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
PEO1: To equip students for diverse employment opportunities across various fields.
PEO2: To instill self-confidence in speech and verbal and written communication.
PEO3: The course curriculum aims to distinguish learners significantly in terms of literary knowledge compared to their counterparts in other universities.
PEO4: To understand and analyze the societal issues through the literary perspective and to provide solutions to enhance the values of society.
Programme Outcomes (POs) & Programme Specific Outcomes(PSOs)
Programme Outcome (PO)
PO1: Learners become more acquainted with theories and interpretations of various genres of
literary work.
PO2: Learners are nurtured to gain confidence to speak confidently.
PO3: Learners are instilled with a multicultural perspective in understanding the world through literary texts.
Programme Specific Outcome (PSO)
PSO1: Learners learn to explore real-world experiences through the lens of literature.
PSO2: Learners critically engage with the texts make multiple levels of inferences and formulate solutions.
Curriculum & Syllabus
CURRICULUM & SYLLABUS
MINIMUM CREDITS TO BE EARNED: 90
Category | Course | Hours/Week | Credits | Maximum Marks | ||||
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Lecture | Tutorial | Practical | CA | SEE | Total | |||
Core | Chaucer and Elizabethan Age | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
Core | The Age of Milton | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
Core | The Neo-Classical Age | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
Core | The Romantic Age | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
DSE | The Study of a Genre: Short Story | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
DSE | General Essay | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
SEC | Soft Skill 1/ Sector Skill Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 40 | 60 | 100 |
Total | 24 | 0 | 0 | 24 | ||||
Eligibility Criteria
Program | Program Duration (Year) | Eligibility | Criteria for Merit |
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M.A English | 2 Years (4 Semesters) | B.A English or B.A/ B.Com/ B.Sc.,/ B.B.A on the basis of two papers studied under Part II English at UG level | Merit based on the percentage of marks secured in the qualifying examination |
Career Prospects
CAREER PROSPECTS
- Academia
- Content Writer
- Paralegals
- Journalist
- Editorial Assistant
- Interpreter
- Social Media Manager
- Copy Editor
- Advertising Executive
- Educational Consultant
- Publisher
- Public Relation Officer
- Content Manager
- Copywriter
- Record Manager
- Archivist Freelancer
- Technical Writer
- English Teacher
- Media and Journalism
Alumni Testimonials
I am excited to study at VISTAS. I really like the instructors and advisors. They always help me when I have questions. I also really like my program and teachers. We use lots of technologies in our classes during studying. The Professors are very helpful; they always want to help us with our problems. In addition, this college gives me a lot of
opportunities. For example, I opened my own student club, I took part in a lot of activities, organized some events etc. It’s a great environment to make new friends. This summer I started working in Campus Life. It also gives me a lot of experience and knowledge.
Annie Abraham (M.A English), 2016 - 2018
Process Executive Cognizant
Vels University is great place to learn. It gives me great to say with pride that i have completed my course from this University. The relationship between faculties and student is very cordial, which gave me an opportunity to excel in my area of interest. Teachers are very supportive and they have conducted various sessions which helped me to get placed.
S.Dinesh (M.A English), 2016 - 2018
Teacher ,The Loyola Academy
During my stay in Vels University, I came across various people of different country and culture. I had received a lot of opportunities to groom myself, thanks to my ever inspiring mentors who helped me to discover the talented part of myself. No wonder the university is new and is still striving to achieve excellence, but in the due time it has definitely set some benchmarks in the academia and is relentlessly trying to achieve the heights in rendering the world class education.
S.Radha (M.A English), 2017 - 2019
Spoken English Trainer Chengalpat
Vels University has been a great contributor to the development of my personality. I have established my leadership, time management and team skills and have also been able to advance these skills to the whole new augment level. The infrastructure of Vels University is one of the finest in Chennai. The best thing about this University is the crossculture interaction between students from various parts of the world. The professors here make the university what it is today. With an attitude of being ever ready to help, and not only delivering classroom teachings, but they are also the pillars of the learning gained from this esteemed university and this is a treasure for life.
Visalakchi (M.A English), 2017 - 2019
Assistant Professor, S.A Engineering College
My overall experience with VISTAS is very positive. My college experience is structured in a way that it gave me more freedom and control over what I have to do. My future holds no limits and I consider VISTAS to be a great institution that can fuel my potential through its commitment to excellence.
J. Lincy (M.A English), 2018 - 2020
Private Concern Mumbai
VISTAS gives a great opportunity for students to broaden their knowledge beyond their field of studies within a vibrant environment. I have had an amazing time studying at VISTAS, the comfortable study environment, friendly staff and wonderful resources. There are so many activities that you could participate in along the way to get more campus life experience. You can join a club; make more friends and so on. I am sure you will grow, improve yourself and become a better “you.”
S.N Bonel (M.A English), 2018 - 2020
Manager HDFC Life
“My experience at Vels University is great and memorable. The mentors at Vels University helped us enhance my academic and interpersonal skills. I am thankful to Training & Placement cell for providing a platform to enhance my skills and an opportunity to showcase them. In the last I am saying that The World is here at Vels University.”
Sumathi (M.A English),2019 - 2021
, Primary Mentor, Velammal New Generation School
It was my immense luck and fortune to be the part of Vels University where I can grow. The entire faculty and department leaves no stone unturned to shape one’s future. My experience at VISTAS has been a wonderful experience of learning with prolific exposure to outside. Huge respect, love and devotion for entire faculty members and department. It’s their efforts that make me to count myself into better professionals.
Sornalatha (M.A English),2019 - 2021
Spoken English Trainer
Fee Structure
Tuition Fee 2024 - 2025 (Per Sem) | Other Fee (Per Sem) | Total Fee 2024 - 2025 (Per Sem) |
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19,000 | 15,000 | 34,000 |