The Department of ENGLISH

Welcome to Department of English

About Department:

Established in 1997, the Department of English is committed to creating awareness among students about English language, literature, and culture. The department aims to develop students’ linguistic competence, literary understanding, and communication skills through quality teaching, academic activities, and creative learning experiences. It encourages students to appreciate the richness of English literature from different periods, regions, and cultures while also helping them understand the role of language in contemporary society. The department focuses on enhancing students’ abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking. Through classroom learning, seminars, workshops, group discussions, presentations, and co-curricular activities, students are trained to express themselves confidently and effectively. The department also promotes analytical and creative thinking by exposing students to various literary forms such as poetry, drama, fiction, prose, and literary criticism.

Along with academic excellence, the Department of English emphasizes career-oriented learning and personality development. It prepares students for opportunities in teaching, journalism, content writing, media, public relations, translation, communication, and other professional fields where English language skills are essential. The department also motivates students to pursue higher education and research in literature and language studies. In today’s globalized and technology-driven world, English has become one of the most influential international languages used in education, business, science, media, and digital communication. Recognizing its growing importance, the Department of English continuously works to equip students with practical language skills, cultural awareness, and professional competence, enabling them to succeed in academic, social, and professional life.

Faculty Profile - Dr. Bhanudas Somatkar, Head of Department:

Dr. Bhanudas Wamanrao Somatkar is the Head of the Department of English at Smt. Sindhutai Jadhao Arts & Science College. He is a dedicated teacher, researcher, and academician with more than 25 years of teaching experience in the field of English language and literature. Since joining the college in 1999, he has played an important role in the academic and overall development of students. Dr. Somatkar completed his higher education from Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University and earned his Ph.D. in English literature. His research work focused on women’s experiences in the novels of Doris Lessing. He has also completed research on the poetry of Emily Dickinson.

He has participated in many seminars, conferences, orientation programmes, and refresher courses organized by universities and academic institutions. Dr. Somatkar has published several research papers in national and international journals on English literature, language learning, feminism, and social issues. Dr. Somatkar is also the author of books such as American Prose Literature, Concise History of British Literature, English Language and Literature in the 21st Century, and An Introduction to English Novel. Along with teaching, he actively contributes to college administration, cultural activities, student support programmes, and quality enhancement initiatives. He is known for encouraging students to improve their communication skills, confidence, and knowledge of English language and literature.

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Academics – Programme

U.G. in the faculty Humanities – for B.A.

B.A. in Major Subject in English in the faculty Humanities: Student shall have to select any one Minor of the same faculty (other than English) available in the College i.e. from (Marathi, English Literature, Marathi Literature, Home Economics, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, History) along with the major English.

B.A. in Major Subject in English Literature in the faculty Humanities: Student shall have to select any one Minor of the same faculty (other than English) available in the College i.e. from (English, Marathi Literature, Marathi, Home Economics, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, History) along with the major English.

Eligibility - Any H.S.S.C. or H.S.S.C. Vocational Passed Out Student.

Syllabus:

The Department of English follows the syllabus and implementation framework prescribed under the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) for the Three/Four-Year Undergraduate Programme with Multiple Entry and Multiple Exit options. The department adopts the guidelines issued by the Government of Maharashtra through the letters dated 27 February 2024 and 13 March 2024, along with the Government Resolution dated 14 March 2024. Implemented under the Faculty of Humanities of Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, this scheme aims to provide students with flexible learning opportunities, skill development, academic progression, and holistic education in accordance with contemporary educational reforms. The scheme has been implemented from the academic year 2024–2025.

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The Postgraduate Programme leading to the Degree of Master of Arts (M.A.) in English is conducted in accordance with the Scheme of Teaching, Learning, Examination, and Evaluation prescribed by Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University under the Faculty of Humanities. The programme follows the Two-Year, Four-Semester Master’s Degree structure based on NEP 2020 regulations with Entry and Exit options (Revised), implemented from the academic year 2023–2024. The curriculum is designed to provide advanced knowledge of English language, literature, criticism, linguistics, and research while developing students’ analytical, academic, and professional skills. Click the Link for details of the Scheme … https://sgbau.ac.in/Syllabus-Curriculum(CBCS)2022-23/M.A.%20(English)%20-%20(NEP)%20-%20(Scheme)%20-%20Sem.%20I%20to%20IV.pdf

Eligibility - Any U.G.- B.A. Passed Out Student with English as Major Subject.

Syllabus of M.A. English:

As per the Scheme of Implementation under the National Education Policy (NEP-2020) for the Three/Four-Year Undergraduate Degree Programme in the Faculty of Science and Technology (Science Group) of Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, English has been introduced as a compulsory subject under the Ability Enhancement Course (AEC). The course is designed to strengthen students’ language proficiency, communication skills, and understanding of English language and culture. The scheme has been implemented from the academic year 2024–2025.

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