167 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

Pamukkale University English Language and Literature Department started its studies in 2001. The instruction language is English. In the first year, literary terms and concepts are taught with a focus on the various literary texts that form the basis of English literature, as well as an overview of English culture and literature. In the second, third and fourth years, the developmental adventure of English literature is examined throughout chronological periods, in a system which also emphasizes the cultural and historical characteristics of the selected canonical texts of literary genres such as poetry, theatre, novel, and short story. Thus, the students learn to examine, reinterpret, and criticize examples of these genres in a variety of ways provided by the essential and contemporary literary theory and criticism.

Objective
Our department aims to instill the following professional and academic competencies in our students: 1.⁠ ⁠Multilingualism: Proficiency in English at an advanced level and sufficient knowledge in at least one other European language. 2.⁠ ⁠Academic Expertise: Mastery of the cultural development process that forms the basis of Western thought system from past to present and specialization in the field of English Language and Literature. Ability to conduct interdisciplinary postgraduate studies at universities in the country and abroad with an academic career goal. 3.⁠ ⁠Teaching Skills: Ability to teach English and be a lecturer in public and private educational institutions. 4.⁠ ⁠Sectoral Skills: Competence to work in various sectors such as communication, media, tourism, embassies, cultural centers, international relations units of companies, language and culture consultancy, translation at home and abroad. 5.⁠ ⁠Analytical and Critical Thinking: Development of reading, research, inquiry, evidence-based analytical thinking, objective and critical perspective and ability to express these effectively in written and spoken form. 6.⁠ ⁠Lifelong Learning: Respect for ethical values, keeping oneself constantly updated by following technological developments and innovations in the world of science with a lifelong learning awareness.”


Admission Requirements
Students are required to get sufficient point in University entrance exams held annually by the Student Selection and Placement Committee.

Graduation Requirements
Students are required to complete all compulsory and elective courses in the curriculum successfully with no failing grades, and have a minimum CGPA requirement as stated in Pamukkale University’s undergraduate program guidance.

Career Opportunties
Graduate students have the opportunity to work in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, banks, tourism firms, in various schools as language teachers.

Qualification Awarded
English Language and Literature

Level of Qualification
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)

Recognition of Prior Learning


Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Students are required to complete all compulsory and elective courses in the curriculum successfully with no failing grades, and have a minimum CGPA requirement as stated in Pamukkale University’s undergraduate program guidance.

Access to Further Studies
Candidates who have successfully completed their undergraduate studies can study in post-graduate programs provided that they receive valid grades from ALES and have sufficient knowledge of English.

Mode of Study
Full Time

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Measurement and evaluation methods that is applied for each course, is detailed in "Course Structure&ECTS Credits".

Contact (Programme Director or Equivalent)





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