B.A. & M.A. English Literature & Poetry by Nisa N. R

1. Course Overview

This course is designed to strengthen students’ understanding of English language and literature, with equal emphasis on:

• Conceptual clarity

• Exam-oriented preparation

• Structured answers and interpretations

• Scoring techniques for university exams

The teaching approach ensures students not only understand literary texts but also learn how to write effective answers, analyze poetry and prose, and apply literary criticism theories confidently.

2. Detailed Course Coverage

A. English Language – Written & Spoken

The course builds a strong foundation in:

• Written English for academic answers

• Spoken English for confident expression

• Language clarity and vocabulary usage

• Structuring responses for exams

This module supports students in expressing literary ideas fluently and accurately.

B. Poetry and Literature

Students receive guided learning in:

• Poetry appreciation and interpretation

• Understanding themes, imagery, and symbolism

• Poetic devices and stylistic analysis

• Exam-focused explanations of poems

Complex poems are broken down into simple, memorable explanations suitable for exams.

C. Prose, Drama & Literary Texts

The course covers:

• Contextual understanding of texts

• Character analysis and thematic discussion

• Writing critical notes and summaries

• Text-based questions and answers

Special attention is given to how to score higher marks through structured writing.

D. Approaches to Literary Criticism – I

This module introduces students to:

• Key literary theories and critical approaches

• Understanding criticism in simple language

• Applying theory to literary texts

• Writing exam-oriented answers on criticism

The focus remains on clarity, relevance, and application, not rote memorization.

E. B.A. & M.A. English Literature Syllabus Support

The course is suitable for:

• B.A. English Literature students

• M.A. English Literature students

• Students preparing for semester exams

• Learners needing revision and concept reinforcement

Each topic is aligned with university examination patterns.

3. Teaching Methodology

• Concept-based and simplified explanations

• Exam-oriented teaching approach

• Focus on scoring answers and clarity

• Step-by-step interpretation of texts

• Doubt-clearing and revision support

The teaching style is student-friendly, academic, and result-driven.

4. Who Should Enroll

• B.A. English Literature students

• M.A. English Literature students

• Learners struggling with literary theory

• Students aiming for higher exam scores

• Anyone who wants literature explained simply

5. Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will:

• Understand English literature with clarity

• Analyze poetry, prose, and criticism confidently

• Write exam-oriented, scoring answers

• Improve written and spoken English

• Approach exams with confidence and structure