Mode of Study
Intake
Duration
Free offered
Payments
Program Description
The Master of Arts in English Language Studies is a postgraduate program designed to enhance academic and professional expertise in the fields of English linguistics, literature, and communication. It combines advanced theoretical knowledge with practical skills in teaching, research, and applied linguistics, empowering graduates to take on roles in academia, publishing, education, media, and professional writing.
Program Objectives
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To advance knowledge in English linguistics, discourse analysis, and literary theory.
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To develop research capacity and critical inquiry in language and communication studies.
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To foster pedagogical innovation for English language teaching and curriculum design.
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To prepare graduates for leadership roles in education, translation, publishing, and academia.
Program Structure
| Course Code | Course Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MAELS 501 | Advanced Theories in Linguistics | Year 1 |
| MAELS 502 | Critical Approaches to Literature | Year 1 |
| MAELS 503 | Research Methodology in Language and Literary Studies | Year 1 |
| MAELS 504 | English Language Teaching in Multilingual Contexts | Year 1 |
| MAELS 505 | Academic and Professional Writing | Year 1 |
| MAELS 506 | Elective: Literary Translation / Sociolinguistics | Year 1 |
| MAELS 601 | Seminar in Contemporary Language Issues | Year 2 |
| MAELS 602 | Dissertation / Research Project | Year 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Evaluation is carried out through a combination of the following methods:
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Continuous Assessments: Assignments, quizzes, and practical activities throughout the course.
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Written Examinations: Conducted at the end of each module or semester.
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Project Work / Research Component: Depending on the program, students may be required to complete a project or research-based assignment.
You can pay the balance:
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In full
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In 3, 6, or 12 installments
Payments can be made via bank deposit or online transfer.
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HDI CAMPUS Fee: Rs. 10,000/-
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University Registration Fee: $72 (Approx. Rs. 22,030/-)
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Certified copies of academic certificates
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Passport-size photo
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NIC / Passport copy
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English proficiency proof (if applicable)
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CV (For Master’s/PhD)
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Research proposal (For PhD)
[email protected]
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Bachelor: Typically within the final semester.
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Master: Typically within 6 to 12 months.
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PhD: Typically within 18 to 24 months.
Yes. All students — Bachelor, Master, and PhD — must successfully defend their thesis/project in a formal Viva Test. You will present your research and answer questions from an academic panel.
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Selected Master and PhD theses will be published in the HDI CAMPUS Publication Portal and/or Academic Journal.
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This allows your research to contribute to global academic knowledge and gives you a published academic record.
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Bachelor: Not mandatory, but encouraged.
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Master: Not mandatory, but encouraged.
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PhD: Yes, you are required to publish at least 2 articles in indexed journals. The university facilitates low-cost publication in Academic Journal (www.acadj.org).
Students are encouraged to propose their own thesis topics aligned with their academic interests. However, topics must be approved by the Faculty Research Committee. Supervisors will assist in refining topics.