Sialkot · Punjab
Aspire College, Kotli Loharan, Sialkot, (Provisionally Enlisted)
Head Marala Road, Kotli Loharan – Sialkot
Phone: 052-3532001, 052-3532002
Email: principal.koltiloharan@aspirecolleges.edu.pk
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Bachelor of Studies in English
Department of English · Sialkot, Punjab
4 years 8 semesters 144 credit hours Maximum 6 years
Program overview
The Bachelor of Studies in English Language & Literature is a four-year degree program that explores the richness of the English language through the study of classical and contemporary literature, linguistics, and critical theory. The curriculum includes poetry, prose, drama, literary criticism, syntax, phonetics, sociolinguistics, and applied linguistics, along with creative and academic writing. Students develop strong analytical, interpretive, and communication skills. The program prepares graduates for diverse fields such as education, media, publishing, and civil services. Career opportunities include roles as teachers, writers, editors, researchers, communication specialists, and content developers.
Eligibility
- 4 Years: Candidates holding Intermediate certificate with at least 45% marks or A-Levels with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad or an equivalent certificate from a recognized institution are eligible to apply.
- 2 Years: Candidates holding Associate Degree in relevant discipline with at least 45% marks or 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 from a recognized institution are eligible to apply. The scheme from 5th till 8th Semester will be followed.
- 2.5 Years: Candidates holding Bachelor degree (14 years of education) with at least 45% marks or 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 from a recognized institution are eligible to apply. After Bridge Semester, the scheme from 5th till 8th Semester will be followed.
- Candidates will be required to pass an entry test or an aptitude interview conducted by the university.
Documents required
- Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
- Intermediate DMC & Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
- BA/BSc/AD DMC/Transcript and Degree
- Applicant CNIC / Form B
- Father/Guardian CNIC
- Domicile
- 04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
- NOC from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
- Original Transcript from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
Program Objectives and Program Outcomes
Fee Structure
|
Program Duration (Years) |
4 |
|
No. of Semesters |
8 |
|
Admission Fee (One Time) |
5,000 |
|
Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee |
10,000 |
|
Tuition Fee (Per Sem) |
30,000 |
|
Security (Refundable) |
5,000 |
|
Sem-1 Fee |
50,000 |
|
Sem-2 Fee |
40,000 |
|
Sem-3 Fee |
40,000 |
|
Sem-4 Fee |
40,000 |
|
Sem-5 Fee |
40,000 |
|
Sem-6 Fee |
40,000 |
|
Sem-7 Fee |
40,000 |
|
Sem-8 Fee |
40,000 |
|
Total Program Fee |
330,000 |
Fees are subject to university policy and may be revised. Please confirm the current payable amount with the Distance Learning Directorate or your selected center.
Scheme of study
Explore the courses included in each semester of this program.
Semester 18 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| GS 123 | Islamic Studies (only for Muslims) | 2-0 |
| GS 141 | Values, Ethics & Society (only for Non-Muslims) | 2-0 |
| GE 112 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3-0 |
| GE 202 | Civics & Community Engagement | 2-0 |
| GS 128 | Pakistan Studies | 2-0 |
| ENG 100 | Functional English | 3-0 |
| ELL 104 | British Literary History: Medieval to Romantic | 3-0 |
| ELL 108 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3-0 |
Semester 26 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| GS 103 | Eco System | 3-0 |
| IT 107 | Applications of Information & Communication Technologies | 2-1 |
| MA 100 | Mathematics-I (Pre-Calculus) | 3-0 |
| ELL 110 | Introduction to Phonetics & Phonology | 2-1 |
| ELL 112 | British Literary History: Victorian to Modern | 3-0 |
| ELL 114 | Morphology, Grammar & Syntax | 3-0 |
Semester 37 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| GE 201 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2-0 |
| MGT 270 | Entrepreneurship | 2-0 |
| MA 210 | Introduction to Statistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 307 | Sociolinguistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 306 | Semantics & Pragmatics | 3-0 |
| ELL 103 | Introduction to Literary Studies | 3-0 |
| ELL 203 | Prose | 3-0 |
Semester 48 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 209 | Academic Writing | 3-0 |
| GS 324 | Sociology | 3-0 |
| ELL 209 | Psycholinguistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 205 | Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) | 2-1 |
| ELL 207 | Literary Theory | 3-0 |
| ELL 215 | Literary Criticism | 3-0 |
| QT 101 | Understanding of Holy Quran-I (only for Muslims) | 0-1 |
| MR 101 | Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan-I (only for Non-Muslims) | 1-0 |
Semester 58 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| SGY 301 | Gender Studies | 3-0 |
| EDU 307 | Curriculum Development | 3-0 |
| ELL 308 | Poetry I (Pre-Romantic) | 3-0 |
| ELL 310 | Novel I (Birth & Rise) | 3-0 |
| ELL 311 | Drama I (Elizabethan Drama) | 3-0 |
| ELL 313 | School of Thoughts in Linguistics | 3-0 |
| QT 300 | Understanding of Holy Quran-II (only for Muslims) | 0-1 |
| MR 300 | Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan-II (only for Non-Muslims) | 1-0 |
Semester 66 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELL 323 | Introduction to Discourse Analysis | 3-0 |
| ELL 325 | Poetry II (Romantic & Modern) | 3-0 |
| ELL 418 | Stylistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 315 | Language & AI Technology in the Digital Age | 3-0 |
| ELL 317 | Novel II (Growth & Development) | 3-0 |
| ELL 319 | Drama II (Post-Shakespearian Dramatic Experience) | 3-0 |
Semester 75 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELL 412 | American Literature | 3-0 |
| ELL 414 | Introduction to Translation Studies | 3-0 |
| ELL 403 | Introduction to Applied Linguistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 410 | Post-colonial Literature | 3-0 |
| ELL 406 | Research Methodology in English Studies | 3-0 |
Semester 85 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELL 407 | Pakistani Literature in English | 3-0 |
| ELL 405 | Post Modern Fiction | 3-0 |
| RES 485 | Capstone Project | 0-3 |
| ELL 408 | Forensic Linguistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 409 | Language, Race & Ethnicity | 3-0 |
Bridge Semester8 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELL 209 | Psycholinguistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 103 | Introduction to Literary Studies | 3-0 |
| ELL 104 | British Literary History: Medieval to Romantic | 3-0 |
| ELL 114 | Morphology, Grammar & Syntax | 3-0 |
| ELL 108 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3-0 |
| ELL 215 | Literary Criticism | 3-0 |
| QT 101 | Understanding of Holy Quran-I (only for Muslims) | 0-1 |
| MR 101 | Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan-I (only for Non-Muslims) | 1-0 |
Summer Semester1 course
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| INT 410 | Internship | 0-3 |
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