
Introduction
BS English (Applied Linguistics) is a four-year degree program that has been designed with a special focus on advancing academic and professional development of students who want to gain knowledge of applied linguistics and apply it to practical problems related to language in use and language teaching. With an emphasis on developing skills and knowledge that can be utilized in diverse professional environments, this intensive program draws on knowledge about language, how it works and how it affects real-life issues. It not only focuses on the current practices and theories regarding English language but also incorporates secondary fields from other disciplines such as Social Sciences and Applied Sciences thus making the students more confident and subtle in interlinking their knowledge of Applied Linguistics with other disciplines and enhancing their professional career.
The program introduces students to key issues within the field of Applied Linguistics with a focus on topics relating to second language pedagogy. It encourages students to develop a broad theoretical base reflecting current cutting edge research within Applied Linguistics and related disciplines. Students will explore how language is used in a variety of social settings, compare language variability with social diversity and examine how language proficiency can impact on people’s lives. It offers specializations in a variety of fields ranging from language acquisitions, development, linguistics theory, language structure, bilingualism, language teaching and literacy in classrooms. Students of this program can also apply their knowledge in applied projects in the communities they live or study in.
Program Objectives
The program aims to:
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Enable students to describe language by using appropriate linguistic concepts and terminology.
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Articulate reflective and critical thinking skills among language learners to comprehend possible links between language pedagogy and policies.
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Develop insights among students about social and psychological principles to understand language acquisition and development.
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Enable the learners comprehend cultural and sociopolitical dimensions of language to improve lifelong learning as well as social and communicative skills.
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Enhance students’ awareness of the latest and effective pedagogical tools to improve their professional career.
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Provide an understanding of a variety of language teaching methods to enable the students to develop and reflect upon their understanding of language learning and teaching by effectively incorporating technological advancements in their class room practices.
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Equip them with a better understanding of the standard procedures of curricula and syllabi design and development.
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Develop essential research and analytical skills in the learners who intend to opt English language teaching as their career.
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Provide in-service and aspiring language teachers an opportunity to develop a theoretical and practical understanding of English Language Teaching in order to explore, understand, and research the problems related to ELT in Pakistan.
Admission Eligibility Criteria
Intermediate or equivalent qualification (12 years of education) with at least 45% marks.
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Semester No. 1 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
ENG101 | English Comprehension | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG501 | History of English Language | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG502 | Introduction to Linguistics | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
PAK301 | Pakistan Studies | Required | 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0) | ||||||
VU001 | Introduction to e-Learning | Required | 1 (Theory:1, Practical:0) | ||||||
Semester No. 2 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
EDU403 | Art, Crafts and Calligraphy | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG201 | Business and Technical English Writing | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG503 | Introduction to English Language Teaching | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG506 | World Englishes | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
PSY406 | Educational Psychology | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ETH202 | Ethics (for Non-Muslims) | Elective | 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0) | ||||||
ISL202 | Islamic Studies | Elective | 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0) | ||||||
Semester No. 3 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
CS101 | Introduction to Computing | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
EDU406 | Critical Thinking and reflective Practice | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
EDU410 | Teaching of Literacy Skills | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG301 | Business Communication | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG504 | Second Language Acquisition | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
MGT502 | Organizational Behaviour | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
Semester No. 4 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
EDU401 | Contemporary Issues and Trends in Education | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
EDU516 | Teaching of English | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG505 | Language Learning Theories | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG522 | Applied Linguistics | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
EDU101 | Foundations of Education | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
EDU505 | Education Development in Pakistan | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
MGT501 | Human Resource Management | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
SOC401 | Cultural Anthropology | Elective | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
Semester No. 5 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
ENG507 | Phonetics and Phonology | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG508 | Semantics and Pragmatics | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG514 | Teaching of Listening and Speaking Skills | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG515 | Teaching of Reading and Writing Skills | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG518 | Research Methodology in ELT | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG523 | Discourse Analysis | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
Semester No. 6 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
EDU305 | Classroom Management | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
EDU501 | School, Community and Teacher | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG509 | Morphology and Syntax | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG511 | Psycholinguistics | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG516 | Teaching Business Communication | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
MCM310 | Journalistic Writing | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
Semester No. 7 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
ENG510 | Sociolinguistics | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG512 | Bilingualism | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG513 | Language Teaching Methods | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG517 | Computer Assisted Language Learning | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG525 | Final Year Project 1 | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
Semester No. 8 | |||||||||
Course Code | Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization | ||||
ENG519 | Curriculum Design | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG520 | Testing and Assessment | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG521 | Language Classroom Management | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG524 | Critical Discourse Analysis | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) | ||||||
ENG526 | Final Year Project II | Required | 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) |