The Department of English and Cultural Studies strives to promote an atmosphere conducive to creative ideation and an appreciation for the word and the world. The Department is vividly coloured with lively debates, intelligent discussion and necessary research.

The following are the highlights of what the Department offers:

• The Incubation & Consultancy Cell is a prime example, where the entrepreneurial spirit of students is fostered while providing them with leadership opportunities and guided mentorship in line with the CHRIST motto of Excellence and Service.

• Our Inclusivity Cell seeks to nurture a spirit of equality and brings inclusivity in gender, disability studies, and upholds it in the spheres of research and publications, providing opportunities to individuals with special needs.

• The Ecological Consciousness initiative by the Department is responsible for inviting scholars to produce research papers on environmental issues and works towards promoting an awareness of ecology.

• The Literati is the student society for literature and is divided into three clubs - Book Club, Writer’s Club and Film Club - each of which fosters an appreciation of literature and culture. Annually, the Literati organises Jabberwocky, the Department festival where the collective spirit of art, literature and culture is celebrated through events and performances.

• Srujana is the Service-Learning Initiative by the MA English students, where student volunteers teach language to the children in underprivileged areas.

• The Department is responsible for a  publication of our very own textbook, ENGlogue, published by Cambridge University Press. 

• The Department of English and Cultural Studies offers Elective Papers to all students in the 6th semester of the course.  

MA ECS: Practice Teaching and A Full-Project based Semester 

UG courses: Reading and Writing courses that are practice based and skill oriented and a three part Literary Studies, Cultural Studies and Language Studies Elective choice for English Honours.

Admission FAQs 

Is BA English Honours at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) a triple-major programme?

No, The BA Honours in English Studies with non-core subjects History and Psychology at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) is a three-year rigorous programme, offering a splendid platform for varied literary, cultural and professional explorations. The students study two courses of history in their first year, and two courses of psychology in their second year. 

Does BA English Honours offer internship opportunities?

It does not offer internship opportunities, but students must undertake two internships during the course of the programme. 

Does BA English Honours offer literature only?

No, the curriculum exhibits an impressive variety, comprising courses on Literature, Culture, Gender, Ecology, Cinema, Linguistics, History, Writing, Indian Epics, Narratology, etc.

How is BA English Honours different from BA Communication and Media, English and Psychology?

BA Communication and Media, English and Psychology is a triple major programme, while BA English Honours is an honours programme with history and psychology as non-core subjects. English Studies, however, is still the key focus.

What are the unique features of BA English Honours offered by CHRIST (Deemed to be University)?

Advanced pedagogical practices, Dissertation, Internships, community service, MOOCs, inter-disciplinary non-core papers.

What is a Liberal Arts program and why should one opt for it?

A Liberal Arts program is one that gives students the option to study subjects from a vast academic spectrum, with the option to pursue unconventional combinations of subjects. It intends to establish intellectual freedom by providing all students with foundational knowledge in major fields of study, regardless of the major(s) and minor(s) that they choose to take up. Students pursuing a Liberal Arts program are exposed to a range of courses that span diverse fields such as history, critical thinking, media studies and creative writing.

What is the basic course structure for the Liberal Arts course?

Semesters I and II will have 3 Foundational Courses each (5 credits) and 1 Skill enhancement Course which will be compulsory for all BA (Liberal Arts) students. Additionally, they will have an interdisciplinary elective, which they can select from a pool of 14 courses on offer from the 7 clusters mentioned above. These IE classes will also have students from all the first-year classes of the different undergraduate programs on offer at the BGR campus. From Semester III onwards the students can select their own majors (in consultation with their Faculty Mentors) from the pool of subjects on offer from 7 different clusters - especially designed keeping the SDGs in mind – which over the course of 4 semesters will also align with one another.

What are the extra curricular and co-curricular activities offered in this course?

Currently, due to the ongoing pandemic extracurricular activities have been limited to the following: University Choir, Christ Music Bands, Model United Nations, Theatre, Drama and NCC. On a regular basis, many more extracurriculars are offered including a diverse range of sports, opportunities in event organising and management, different cultural activities and being involved in literary clubs and debate societies.

What is special about the BA Liberal Arts programme at Christ University?

This course is designed keeping the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations in mind - Building on the principle of ‘leaving no one behind’, emphasizes a holistic approach to achieving sustainable development for all. The Liberal Arts Degree is designed in a way that at the end of 3 years, the student can tailor their own specialization according to their own unique interests, from among multiple clusters such as Literary and Cultural Studies, Media Studies, Historical Studies and Material Culture, Psychology, International Relations and Political Science, Economics and Business Studies, Marketing and Tourism.

What are the additional initiativities exclusively in CHRIST to enrich student academics improvement?

In house CDI (Center for digital innovation) and IOC (Industry Oriented Cell) can make sure the industry standards projects and associations where students will be the part during their academic period.

Do the courses under the English department focus only on literature or on creative skills as well? 

While the syllabus for the literature papers, Additonal English and General English focuses mainly on literature and language, it also enables the students to think and write creatively through the discussions, the assignments and the projects.

What are the courses offered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies at the Undergraduate level?

• "• BA in Communication and Media, English and Psychology

• • BA in Journalism, Psychology and English

• • BA in Psychology, Sociology and English

• • BA in Performing Arts, English and Psychology

• • BA in Theatre Studies, English and Psychology

• • BA in Music with Psychology and English"

What courses are offered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies in the postgraduation level in Bangalore?

Refer to "Programmes Offered" under "Academics"

Does The Literati have a selection process? 

There is no specific process of selection. The only requirements are participation and initiative.

Can you be a part of multiple Literati Wings at once?

Yes, you can be a member of all the three wings.

Does The Literati organise festivals?

Yes, Jabberwocky is the annual cultural festival of the English Deaprtment organised by the Literati. There are a variety of literary and cultural competitions and events that are held on the day.  

Are there any Student Publications of English majors? 

Refer to the "Details of Research Work by students" under "Academics"

Where can I find out about internship opportunities? 

Refer to the "Industry Interactions" and "Internships" section.

Why should I take the Liberal Arts programme instead of a Triple Honors programme?

The Liberal Arts course includes a set of mandatory foundation courses in the first year which help establish a strong base in different disciplines. These foundation courses will also help the students make a more informed decision while choosing their major(s) and minor(s).

Is MA English and Cultural Studies a triple major programme?

This programme is a full time 2 years / 4 semesters offered at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Bannerghatta road campus. The classes for this programme will be conducted at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bannerghatta Road (BGR) campus.

What are the few subjects that the current batch is doing?

The different subjects include Anthropology, Queer Ecology, PostHumanism Studies, Postcolonialism, Spatial Studies, Gender and Intersectionality

Is a Dissertation/Thesis compulsory?

The English and Cultural Studies expects students to choose a specialization between the two themes available and in their final semester a public display project/International Conference/Research Paper is mandatory and the students must get this published in a reputed Academic Journal to receive their degrees. The students will be offered themes to choose from and tehre will be Peer-Reviewing more often with a total of 26 hours of Independent Research and 4 hours of coursework.

Do the courses under the English department focus only on literature or on creative skills as well? 

While the syllabus for the literature papers, Additonal English and General English focuses mainly on literature and language, it also enables the students to think and write creatively through the discussions, the assignments and the projects.

What are the courses offered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies at the Undergraduate level?

• "• BA in Communication and Media, English and Psychology

• • BA in Journalism, Psychology and English

• • BA in Psychology, Sociology and English

• • BA in Performing Arts, English and Psychology

• • BA in Theatre Studies, English and Psychology

• • BA in Music with Psychology and English"

What courses are offered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies in the postgraduation level in Bangalore?

Refer to "Programmes Offered" under "Academics"

Does The Literati have a selection process? 

There is no specific process of selection. The only requirements are participation and initiative.

Can you be a part of multiple Literati Wings at once?

Yes, you can be a member of all the three wings.

Does The Literati organise festivals?

Yes, Jabberwocky is the annual cultural festival of the English Deaprtment organised by the Literati. There are a variety of literary and cultural competitions and events that are held on the day.  

Are there any Student Publications of English majors? 

Refer to the "Details of Research Work by students" under "Academics"

Where can I find out about internship opportunities? 

Refer to the "Industry Interactions" and "Internships" section.