The Department of English at CAPE Arts & Science College plays a pivotal role in nurturing language proficiency, critical thinking, and cultural awareness among students. The department is committed to academic excellence through an engaging and student-centric learning environment.
With a team of qualified and dedicated faculty members, the department encourages intellectual curiosity, creativity, and effective communication skills. It fosters an appreciation for literature, language, and global perspectives while equipping students with the linguistic competence required for academic, professional, and personal success.
The Bachelor of Arts in English is a comprehensive undergraduate programme designed to develop students’ proficiency in the English language and deepen their understanding of literature and literary studies.
The programme introduces students to literary genres, critical theories, and language studies while enhancing reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills. It prepares graduates for diverse career paths and higher education in a global context.
The curriculum is structured in accordance with the guidelines of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University and is periodically updated to reflect contemporary trends in literary studies and language learning.
It covers British, American, Indian, and World literature along with language studies, literary criticism, and communication skills through lectures, discussions, seminars, assignments, presentations, and project work.
To emerge as a centre of excellence in English studies by fostering linguistic competence, literary appreciation, and critical thinking, enabling students to become confident communicators and socially responsible global citizens.
