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Program Introduction

Cox’s Bazar International University (CBIU), established in 2013, offers a B.A. Honours program in English that provides students with a solid foundation in English language and literature. The program consists of 132 credits, aiming to develop students’ fluency in the four skills of English (speaking, listening, reading, and writing). Additionally, it ensures a thorough knowledge of literature in English, beginning from Old English to modern 20th-century literature. Students completing the course will be equipped with sharp analytical ability and the art of interpretation, preparing them for both academic and professional careers.

Vision

The English Department envisions becoming a center of excellence in English studies and literary research, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and cross-cultural understanding. The department aspires to equip students with advanced language proficiency, literary insight, and research capabilities to contribute both nationally and globally.

Mission

The mission of the English Department at CBIU is to cultivate intellectual curiosity and academic excellence by providing high-standard education in English language and literature. The department is committed to bridging the gap between classical and contemporary literary studies, developing students' linguistic competence, and enhancing their ability to analyze and interpret texts critically. Graduates of the program will be well-prepared for careers in education, research, publishing, media, and beyond, aligning with Bangladesh’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Why English at CBIU?

The English Department at CBIU offers a dynamic learning environment with a diverse curriculum that integrates literature, language, and critical theory. With a student-centered approach, the department ensures quality education through experienced faculty and interactive teaching methods. Active participation in clubs like the Literary Club, Debate Society, and Drama Club, allows students to enhance their skills and prepare for national and international competitions. Through an outcome-based education model, CBIU’s English Department empowers students to become critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible global citizens, making a meaningful impact in their respective fields.

Study Options:

Qualification Length Code
Bachelor Arts (Hon's) in English 4 years full time BAE

Course Structure:

Total credit GED Core
132 11 Subject, 33 Credit 33 subject, 99 credit

Frequently Asked Question

The Department of the English strives to inspire excellence in the creation, application, and dissemination of knowledge in BAE comprehensive educational programs

Basic: At least GPA 5 (having minimum GPA 2.5 or 2nd division in both SSC & HSC or in equivalent examinations)
OR: At least GPA 6 (combined, but score not less than GPA 2 in any individual examination)
OR: The Children of Freedom Fighters: A total GPA of 5.00 or more in S.S.C. and H.S.C. Examinations combined
Level : Completed 5 subjects with no E in any subject.
A Level: Completed 2 subjects with no E in any subject.
In addition, the student has to have at least four C with no E in all seven subjects combined in O and A levels.
OR: A United States High School Diploma with required minimum grade point.

Each course is assessed in 100 Marks with a breakdown of class tests, presentations, mid-term and final exams and viva-voce as follow:
Attendance & Behavior: 10
Class Tests: 10
Assignment: 10
Mid-term exam: 20
Final exam: 50
Total: 100

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Semester wise Courses:

Semester Number: 1
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 BNG-1101 Bengali Language & Literature 3
2 CSE-1101 Computer Fundamentals 3
3 ENG–1101 English Foundation 3
4 ENG-1102 Studying Prose 3
5 ENG-1103 Studying Poetry 3
6 ENG-1104 English History 3
Semester Number: 2
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 BNG-1201 History of Emergence of Bangladesh 3
2 LAW-1201 Introduction to the Legal System of Bangladesh 3
3 ENG-1201 Studying Drama 3
4 ENG-1202 Four Skills 3
5 ENG-1203 Literary History of England 3
6 ENG-1204 Romantic Poetry 3
Semester Number: 3
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 SOC-2301 Introduction to Sociology 3
2 AOL-2301 The Art of Living 3
3 ENG-2301 Phonetics & Phonology 3
4 ENG-2302 Academic Writing 3
5 ENG-2303 17th & 18th Century American Literature 3
6 ENG-2304 Victorian Poetry 3
Semester Number: 4
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 ENV-2401 Introduction to Environmental Science 3
2 MGT-2401 Principles of Management 3
3 ENG-2401 16th &17th Century English Drama: Excluding Shakespeare 3
4 ENG-2402 16th & 17th Century English Poetry & Prose 3
5 ENG-2403 Ancient Greek & Roman Classics in English Translation 3
6 ENG-2404 History of Western and EasternIdeas 3
Semester Number: 5
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 PSY-3501 Introduction to Psychology 3
2 ENG-3501 English for Professional Purposes 3
3 ENG-3502 Shakespeare: Drama & Poetry 3
4 ENG-3503 The Restoration & 18th Century Poetry & Drama 3
5 ENG-3504 18th Century English Prose 3
Semester Number: 6
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 STS-3601 Basic Statistics 3
2 ENG-3601 Early 20th Century Poetry 3
3 ENG-3602 19th Century English Novel 3
4 ENG-3603 South Asian Literatures in English 3
5 ENG-3604 American Literature: 19th Century 3
Semester Number: 7
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 ENG-4701 Anglo-Saxonand Mediaeval English Literature 3
2 ENG-4702 Early 20th Century Novel & Drama 3
3 ENG-4703 World Literature in English Translation 3
4 ENG-4704 20th Century American Literature 3
5 ENG-4705 Translation Studies 3
Semester Number: 8
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 IMC-4801 Introduction to Mass Communication and Media Studies 3
2 ENG-4801 Criticaltheory 3
3 ENG-4802 Introduction to Linguistics 3
4 ENG-4803 Introduction to English Language Teaching 3
5 ENG-4804 Research Paper 3