English Literature

Introduction

This course offers an in-depth exploration of literary traditions across various periods and genres, including fiction, classical and Renaissance poetry, and American novels. Students will study English drama from the 16th and 17th centuries, gaining insights into theatrical forms and themes during these times. The curriculum further includes studies in criticism and theory, providing tools for literary analysis. Additionally, it covers a broad range of British and American poetry and drama.

Spanning extensive historical periods, the course offers a thorough examination of literature from the long 18th, the long 19th, and the long 20th centuries. This includes an exploration of key literary developments and their socio-cultural contexts. Students will also engage with literature through the lens of world and Indian cinema, enabling exploration of critical theoretical and contextual approaches to film and theatre.Special focus areas include partition writings, which critically analyses partition of India as a major socio-historical phenomenon and assesses its reflection in Literature, and Dalit studies, which explore the literature and cultural expressions of marginalized communities. This course lays a great emphasis on dissertation, which helps the students to develop critical acumen towards research studies and conduct research in the most ethical manner.

3 Years Graduate Degree ( Bachelor in English Literature) +

  • Modern Indian Writing in English Translation
  • British Literature: The Early 20th Century
  • Women’s Writing
  • Project Evaluation(Based on Internship)
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Modern European Drama
  • Postcolonial Literature
  • British Romantic Literature
  • Literary Theory
  • Youth Gender and Identity
  • Travel Writing

This course offers students a deep understanding of literature, culture, and society across diverse contexts. Through exploration of Indian and regional literature, modernist works, and women's literature, students gain insights into belief systems, gender equality, and translation issues. Studies in Modern European Drama, colonial history, and post-colonial literature enhance comprehension of socio-political dynamics and identity issues. The course also covers literary theory and criticism, fostering analytical skills and theoretical understanding. Additionally, the students undertake summer internship that enables them to acquire hands on work experience in lucrative and relevant fields like Creative Writing and Digital Marketing. In short, this course provides exposure to the themes of youth, gender and identity, cultivating cultural awareness and critical perspectives alongside hands on experience for rounded development.

2 Years Diploma +

  • American Literature
  • British Poetry and Drama - 17th and 18th centuries
  • Popular Literature
  • Academic Writing and Composition
  • Film Studies
  • Foreign Language - French I
  • Digital Empowerment
  • British Literature 18th century
  • British Literature 19th century
  • British Romantic Literature
  • Cotemporary India: Women and Empowerment
  • Creative Writing
  • Foreign Language - French II
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • MOOC

The students would be familiarized with the American idea of Democracy and of 17th and 18th century British society and Literature. This interdisciplinary course offers students a deep understanding of how literature, history, culture, and society intersect. Through studying diverse literary genres and historical periods, students explore the evolution of ideas and societal norms. By critically analysing texts, they gain insights into the historical, economic and socio-political contexts influencing literary production. Additionally, the course examines the relationship between literature and film, enhances language proficiency through French language and culture, and explores contemporary gender dynamics in literature. To sum it up, this course equips students with analytical skills, cultural literacy, and critical thinking for academic success and engaged citizenship.

1 Year Certificate +

  • Indian Classical Literature
  • European Classical Literature
  • Media and Communication skills
  • English Communication
  • Computer Applications
  • Constitutional Values and Fundamental Rights and Duties
  • Indian Writing in English
  • British Poetry and Drama-14th to 17th Centuries
  • History of English Literature
  • Psychology at work
  • Environmental Studies
  • Soft skills
  • MOOC

The main objective of this comprehensive course is to cultivate a holistic understanding and mastery of communication, literature, critical thinking, technological proficiency, environmental consciousness, and soft skills. Through a multifaceted curriculum covering from the teachings of the ancient masters to contemporary theories, students will develop the ability to articulate ideas effectively, analyse various forms of media and literature and understand the evolution of language and literary traditions. They would be able to utilise communication tools and techniques, comprehend the interplay between sociopolitical contexts and artistic expression, interpret and apply psychological theories in workplace settings, and foster a proactive environmental ethos. Ultimately, this course aims to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for personal, social, and professional success in today's dynamic world.

Course Objective

The course essentially aims to:

  • Help strengthen the students’ linguistic capabilities through both theoretical lessons and practical sessions.
  • Introduce enrolled students to the political, social, cultural, economic, and intellectual backgrounds of the various periods in literary history.
  • Help candidates specialize in their chosen area by means of the electives included in the curriculum.
  • Offer a deep insight into the world of literature and enable students to critically appreciate major literary works of the world.
  • Enhance the communication skills and writing skills which are essential in the growing world.

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

  1. Our well- planned lectures are blend of theory and practice that enable our students to learn how to analyse a multitude of texts, they learn how to read different texts and analyse the style, use of different types of language, and meaning, in depth. 
  2.  Extensive writing training and Dissertation Projects provide the students to learn how to write clearly, concisely and analytically in stylistically different forms.
  3. Practical Seminar Sessions and presentations by the students provide transferable skills that teach them to deconstruct and analyse in order to provide a critical viewpoint in all areas as well as build their Public Speaking Skills. 
  4. Activities: varied activities organised in the campus provide the students a platform to express their talents and demonstrate their strong grasp of the English language.
  5. Foreign Language: Elementary / working knowledge of Foreign Language such that the student can effectively converse and correspond in that language on various issues.
  6. Guest Lectures from proficient speakers: Students are provided opportunities to develop critical thinking and expert viewpoints through Guest Lectures.
  7. Personality Development sessions held for our students aim at enhancing professional skills, employability, quality of life, self-discipline, talent and potential.
  8. The Mentoring Programme in the campus provides support, a sounding board, knowledge, encouragement, guidance, counselling and constructive feedback to the mentee by developing a genuine interest in the growth of their abilities and talents throughout the session.
  9. Offered Internship Opportunities provide our students a hands-on experience and help them fine-tune the marketable skills and prepare for applying those skills and knowledge in the real world. 

Course Highlights

  1. The course helps to enhance the ability to critique and analyse a broad range of materials while also developing the ability to communicate ideas and theories through its well planned and structured lectures.
  2. The broad range of different literature texts help build the awareness of different theoretical schools and approaches to literary criticism.
  3. Activities organized for the students help them to develop an efficiency to work within a team to develop and present ideas, leading and participating in discussions
  4. The foreign language learning provides the students the knowledge of how language has evolved and keeps them up to date with the trends that have emerged through time.
  5. The Personality development sessions and Mentoring programs helps in enhancing professional skills, employability, quality of life, self-discipline, talent and potential of the students.
  6. The Enlightening Guest Lecture series offers a new perspective to specific topics and exposes the students to teachings drawn from real-life experiences.
  7. The seminar presentations are an integral part of this course that enable our students to gain experience in the critical assessment of the available literature, practice the use of various resources to extract information using various tools.

Eligibility

Minimum 50% marks in 10+2 (best of four) including English

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Infrastructure

Lecture Halls and Seminar Rooms

Fully air-conditioned, spacious lecture halls and custom-built seminar rooms, equipped with latest audio-visual aids, provide an excellent infrastructural back-up for academic interaction among faculties and students.

Library

The Library at JIMS-JCC Sector 3 Rohini is a veritable storehouse of information with ample text and reference books, national and international periodicals and journals. Well equipped and fully computerized library provides latest research and reference material in print and audio-visual formats along with the facility to refer to e-journals, Project Reports, Government Publications etc. To cultivate values in students and enhance their personality, the knowledge storehouse has an array of books on social issues and historical readings. The reading rooms provide a conducive environment for better learning and concentration.

Activities

Co-Curriculur Activities

Literary Festival -Lit fest

The Department of English organized a vibrant and engaging ''Literary Festival -Lit fest''. The event aimed to celebrate and showcase the literary talents of the students while fostering a sense of creativity and expression.

The Litfest was graced by the esteemed guests, Ms Anshoo Walia, Dean-Hotel Management and Ms Renu Malik, HOD Fashion Design Department, who inaugurated the event. Dr Anuja Thakar, HOD English delivered the opening address. The Litfest comprised three exciting events, each offering a unique platform for students to exhibit their literary and artistic prowess

  • Dramatic Monologue: There were 23 participants of which two were joint winners for the first prize one for second and two for third prize. In addition, 3 consolation prizes were awarded.

  • Street Play: This event with 43 participants across four teams. 9 and 8 participants from two teams respectively were adjudged first and second prize winners.

  • Paint your imagination: There were 57 participants; First, Second and Third prizes were awarded in this competition.

Swachh raho, Swasth raho, Mast raho

The street play on sanitation and hygiene was organised by the students of the Department of English on November 29 near Rohini Sector 3 local park to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining clean and hygienic living conditions. The event aimed to engage and educate the community on practices that contribute to better health and sanitation. The participants effectively communicated the significance of adopting healthy sanitation practices.

The street play unfolded in a lively manner, engaging the audience with its vibrant performance and impactful messages. The script focused on key aspects of sanitation and hygiene, addressing issues such as open defecation and the importance of cleanliness. By addressing pertinent issues and promoting actionable solutions, the play succeeded in creating awareness and inspiring positive behavioural changes within the community.

Academic Excursion

Departmemt of English organised an academic excursion to Sundar Nursery for students on 7th November, 2023. The students delved into the rich history embedded in the architecture and explored the Mughal tombs. The Sundar Nursery in Delhi is not just a green oasis but a historical treasure trove. Dating back to the 16th century, it was originally built by the Mughals and after that the British added their touch in the early 20th century.Along with this it is serves as a housing a myriad of plant species, including some rare and endangered ones. This intersection of cultures with biodiversity conservation makes Sundar Nursery a unique educational experience for students to study not only its historical significance but botanical as well. This academic excursion was filled with fun and learning; and promised a journey through time and nature and fostered a deeper appreciation in students for the cultural and environmental tapestry woven within this historical gem.

BI Annual Magazine

The Department of English released its fall edition of bi-annual magazine: Reflections. The release event was held in the college auditorium and was attended by students, faculty members, and special guests. With Gratitude as its theme, the magazine is a repository of thought- provoking content that informs, entertains and inspires. The magazine features a wide range of articles, essays, poems, and artwork contributed by students. During the release event, several students who had contributed towards the event were recognized and awarded certificates of appreciation. Overall, the release of 'Reflections' was a great success. It provided a platform for students to showcase their creativity and talent.

Feminism and Women Empowerment

The Department of English organised a skit on "Feminism and Women Empowerment". It's aim was to showcase the gender inequalities within society through a dystopian narrative where men suffer the same ordeal women go through at every nook and corner of their lives. By reversing the gender roles, we try to question the gender norms shoveled down the throats of women by patriarchal forces within the society and also pin-point explicitly the hollowness behind the same.

Quotation Station

The Department of English organized an activity “ Quotation Station” where students were instructed to pen down literary quotes of different authors spread across various literary movements. These quotes provide the world with a ray of hope, they moralize and give deep insights into a world beyond the one we witness with our naked eyes. Not only these quotes have a metaphorical depth, they also enhance our creative faculties through sublime forms of expression. As CS Lewis says- "Literature adds to reality, it does not simply describe it.”

Rendezvous - The Cultural Fest 2022

Rendezvous - The Cultural Fest by the Department of English was a grand success catering for the eyes of the viewers with mesmerising performances by their students in the form of chorus and ball dance accompanied by sing-along, wordsmith, manifestation board and ink-it. It also offered the stage to all the students from different departments for activities such as that of “Tell a Tale” and “Dramatic Monologue” which did fulfil the aspirations of bringing out the talent of our stars. It was organised on December 7, 2022, with a promise to come back every year with the same zeal and enthusiasm.

Reflections - Second Fall Edition of the bi-annual Departmental Magazine

The Department of English celebrated the release of the Second Fall Edition of the bi-annual Departmental Magazine on 31st October, 2022. The Department along with the Guest of Honour, our Pro-Chancellor Sir, Mr. V.K. Aggarwal and the Chief Guest, Mr. Gaurav Vashisth came together to applaud the undivided efforts of the editorial team and also the efforts of each and every student who has contributed through their sensitive and imaginative creatives in the magazine. The magazine release event became a memorable one by the enthralling performances by the students involving the blessings through Ganesh Vandana followed by a band performance which brought a smile on everyone's faces. The event became a success and ended on a hopeful note to open more doors of opportunities for the students.

Reflections - Spring Edition, 2022

The Department of English celebrated the launch of its bi-annual magazine, "Reflections" Spring Edition, 2022 on March 30, 2022. All the editors were felicitated by honourable Pro-chancellor V. K. Aggarwal, Ms. Anshoo Walia - HOD Hospitality, Catering, Travel Tourism & Service Industry, Ms. Preeti Bhardwaj - HOD Management and Ms. Anuja Thakar - HOD Liberal Arts-English. The event began with an invocation to Goddess Saraswati, a classical dance performance and felicitation of the guests.

Educational Excursion

The English (H) students went to Nodia Haveli on an educational excursion. Students soaked the glory of culture through folk music, cultural delicacies, and activities pre-modernisation. Rendezvous with the classical heritage of Rajasthan indeed gave students a new perception.

Confluence-2021

The first of its kind “Confluence-2021”, a poetry competition organized by the Department of English, saw prominent professors, Professor Nandini C. Sen and Professor Shibani Phukan from University of Delhi graced the event and delivering their excellence along with their perspective on “transforming narratives”. The theme for the event, Suffering, Hope and Resilience struck a chord among the participants and provided them a medium to showcase their literary imagination, may be an introspection narrative.
Bringing a new behavioral aspect into learning and portraying deliverance into the new beginnings of life and addressing to common stories and ideas behind feminine energies that are carried forward, they graced the event with new understanding towards literary narratives.

Excursion

History of the Mughal empire and a strong connect to nature was experienced by the students of IInd and IIIrd year, Department of English, JIMS on their excursion to Mehrauli Archeological Park, exploring romanticism, reminiscing the ancient culture, amalgamating theory and reality, on Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Treasure Hunt

To make concept learning fun for the final year students of English literature, Treasure Hunt Activity was organized, wherein the students were asked to hunt for an object from their homes which justified their understanding of realism. Realism means, "representation of the subject matter truthfully, without artificiality..." The activity impressed the students to apply their minds in observing their surroundings and find the application of their classroom understanding in real life objects. As the students enjoyed their hunt, the activity saw some really creative and insightful object interpretations through; a rubberband jar, a bottle with a lid, a candle, an empty glass, to name a few. Through this activity the student's interpretations concluded realism as a broader concept with multiple facets beyond the photographic depiction of reality.

Extra Co-Curriculum Activities

Literature is filled with adventures of the imagination and of various characters who resemble real-world individuals like their mirror image. The characters usually celebrated in the book leave a remarkable print on the reader's mind. Literature has always stood out for celebrations like character portrayal and one such event ‘Impersonatora’ was organized by Jagannath University by the Department of English on 4th October 2023. The honouring guests Mr. Sanjay Chopra and Dr. Swati graced the event. Their presence added a touch of wisdom and enlightenment to the event as they inspired and motivated students. The event was filled with great enthusiasm of students. In the event, students portrayed the various character's monologues from major fiction for about 2-3 minutes. There were three winners, and the 1st prize was awarded to Tanya Chawla from the final year for her portrayal of Carrie Bradshaw, Sex and the City, 2nd prize was awarded to Dhwani Gupta from the second year for portraying Pearl from Pearl played by Mia Goth, and 3rd prize was awarded to Ashi Dahiya from the final year who donned Jim Quinn from the play Prodigal Son by John Patrick Shanley. The judges also awarded one consolation prize to Khushi Gupta from the final year for her character portrayal of Shakuntala from Abhigyanshakuntalam written by KaliDasa. The event was inspiring as well as entertaining.

Ink-it

Department of English, organised a Story Writing Competition on July 5, 2022, Tuesday where the students were given an open space outside the classrooms to explore the yet unexplored ideas of creative writing on the themes given to them like, setting a story where characters’ life changes for good or where a miracle happens. Three students were also awarded for their best ideas on 07 July 2022 Thursday.

National Crafts Museum

Literature comes from values and beliefs of culture, which is brought to life at National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy where different cultural and social aesthetics are demonstrated vividly. Students of the Department of English, 1st and 2nd year visited the museum and attended a lecture offered on the importance of handicraft, inheritance and adaptability on March 31, 2022. They also captured the essence of the rich heritage of Indian culture by witnessing a laavni dance performance.

Mirage!

Our book club ‘Shelf Indulgence’ organized a slam poetry session.
Department of English witnessed an astonishing presentation of drama’s presented by all the undergraduate students on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 for their drama society - Mirage!
Four set of acts were performed- The good person of Schezwan by Bertolt Brecht, Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen, Dr. Faustus by Christopher Marlowe and Abhigyan Shakuntlan by Kalidasa. Out of which First prize was awarded to The good person of schezwan and the second prize was bagged by Abhigyan Shakuntlam. Dr. Faustus was yet another breathtaking presentation and enactment along with Ghosts. The event culminated by an amazing performance by our musical performance by the students of the department.

Documentary (Open Skies)- An Online Event

The sky speaks in thousand colours,Its on us how we listen to its rhythm.

In these unprecedented pessimistic times, in order to boost the morale of our students and to involve them in active participation and productive activities, we took a small initiative named Open Skies, showcasing Documentaries on various social and contemporary issues, prepared by our students.

Amidst this pandemic situation, the only recluse and solace we all find is from soaking the ray of hope illuminated by sky above. The sky binds us all together with a feeling of oneness and unified coexistence. Students applied their creative intellect to make the Documentaries and expressed their subjective viewpoint on crucial issues.

street play
Humayun Tomb

Visit

The English Department’s Humayun’s Tomb excursion visit was an amalgamation of history and literature. Art is the gateway to connect history and emotions. Reminiscing the golden times with a hope to create a bridge in exploring the mirth and mien of individuals! Students penned down their experiences and decorated their wall of fame with their creativity.

Magazine :Reflections, Spring Edition, 2021

The Department of English recently launched it's bi-annual magazine "REFLECTIONS". The magazine has been raised as an endeavour to create a wider platform for the students to exhibit their prowess in Poetry, Articles, Stories and Artwork. The idea is to engage students to explore their creative insights and showcase their work; with an aspiration to churn out innovative and artistic content with each publication.

Magazine
Self Indulgence

Shelf-Indulgence

We encourage our students to inculcate the habit of reading to gather all the knowledge that the world has to offer. The "Shelf-Indulgence" was one such activity of the book club that was organised. Students shared their delightful thoughts on the books they have read and suggested their recommendations.

Story Writing

Our students participated enthusiastically in 'Story Writing' competition that was organised by the Department to witness their ambiguous and distinguished writing talents. They excelled this arena with their illustrated imagination and efficient efforts to weave it out through words.

Story Writing
Movie Screening

Movie Screenings

The Faculty also arranged 'Movie Screenings' to keep the students titillated in the learnings of their respective subjects. Reading a book and watching a movie based on that novel helped students to understand the details better.(The movies were- Pride and Prejudice, Frankenstein and Train to Pakistan)

Synthesizing Tombstones

The misconception about literature is that it is about stories to be read. However, the stories don't die and they live when the readers feel them. The Final Year students, at the Department of English, paid a homage to the eponymous playwright Bertolt Brecht (1898-1956) , who pricked their conscience to not just read the written word but react to it. The students related to the Brechtian world and remembered their favorite characters from his play "The Good Person of Szechwan '' (1953) in their own way through traits which appealed to them. The activity immortalised the characters of Shen Te, Shui Ta, Shu Fu and Wang through their memorial tombstones. The tribute brought alive the significance of a classic as these characters didn't just remain on pages rather stood for a universal virtue which sensitized the students to the difficulties of becoming "the good person".

Internship

S.No

Student's Name

Company

Position

1

Aakarshit Sharma

Sayog Care

Teaching and Educational Awareness

2

Agam Apar Singh Chadha

Delhi Press Magazine

Content Writing and Social Media Management

3

Anugraha

Stride Ahead

Content Writing and Social Media Management

4

Anushika Sharma

Constrofacilitator

Content Writing

5

Chetna

Dynamizer.com

Team Leader in Content Writing

6

Devansh Soni

Smile Communication

Content Writing

7

Garima Kataria

Stride Ahead

Content Writing and Social Media Management

8

Isha Poddar

Constrofacilitator

Content Writing and Social Media Management

9

Kashish Singhal

Muskurahat

Fund Raising and Content writing

10

Kriti Sethi

Muskurahat

Fund Raising and Content writing

11

Muskan

Muskurahat

Fund Raising and Content writing

13

Preeti Kumari

Muskurahat

Fund Raising and Content writing

14

Saima Hassan

Dynamizer.com

Content Writing

15

Shubhangi Jain

Smile Communication

Content Writing

16

Vaishnavi Raj

Dynamizer.com

Content Writing

17

Vanshika Aggarwal

Smile Communication

Content Writing

18

Varun Madnani

Dynamizer.com

Content Writing and Sales Intern

19

Vikas Deshwal

Delhi Press Magazine

Content Writing and Social Media Management

20

Vipul Rana

Muskurahat

Fund Raising and Content writing

21

William Peter

Muskurahat

Fund Raising and Content writing

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