The M.A. degree at BESC is an autonomous, two-year postgraduate programme under the University of Calcutta, with a rigorous course structure. The course includes English language and literature and covers English literary studies, theories, criticism and pedagogy.
The M.A. English course is a combination of modern and ancient English literature with three main areas of focus—prose, poetry and drama. The course includes literature in English from all over the world including Irish, Scottish, Polish, American and Welsh, as well as India, from early times to contemporary. The course explores cultural, political and historical contexts of English and linguistics in depth and prepares students for teaching and creative writing, as well as journalism.
BESC’s M.A 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 M.A 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.
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BESC’s M.A 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.
The Department of English creates a safe space for everybody irrespective of a person's caste, religion or gender they belong to. It organises seminars exclusively for students every semester, which has helped me to write better, overcome stage fear and gain public speaking skills
The Department of English not only teaches but cares about every individual's personal learning and growth…
The teachers here are like gentle compasses, not pointing the way but helping us find our own direction with patience that never rushed and belief that never wavered.
The college offered me a vibrant intellectual space to explore literature and language. The committed professors nurtured my growth through insightful, practice-oriented teaching and a distinctly professional approach.
The department nurtured critical thinking, encouraging me to engage deeply with literature and theory while offering constant support and meaningful intellectual exposure.
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