B.Ed (Hons) in English
This programme aims to produce teachers who are competent to teach English Language and
Literature in secondary schools including G.C.E Advance Level classes.
Career Opportunities
- Upon completion of this programme, the graduate will not only be able to join the public sector but also will be highly sought after by the private sector since the medium of instruction of this degree programme is English.
- A graduate has the potential for employability in positions where the basic requirement is an undergraduate (Hons) degree
- In the event of a graduate wanting to pursue a career as an academic, there is a possibility of enrolling either in a Masters' in Education (M.Ed.) or Masters' in Philosophy (M. Phil.) programme
Program Contents
Year 01
| Code | Module | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| - | Philosophical Foundation in Education | 03 |
| - | General English | 02 |
| - | ICT for Education | 02 |
| - | Introduction to the English Language and English Grammar | 03 |
| - | Basic Concepts in English Language Teaching | 03 |
| - | Introduction to English Literature | 03 |
| - | Psychological Foundation of Education | 03 |
| - | Teaching Methods – General & Special | 03 |
| - | Sociological Foundation of Education | 02 |
| - | Background to Literary Periods | 03 |
| - | ELT Methodology, Pedagogical Theory and Practice | 03 |
| - | Writing Skills | 03 |
| - | Augustan Literature | 03 |
Year 02
| Code | Module | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| - | Comparative Education | 03 |
| - | Guidance & Counselling | 02 |
| - | Measurement & Evaluation in Education | 03 |
| - | Structure of English I (Phonology, and Morphology) | 03 |
| - | Romantic Poetry | 03 |
| - | Computer Assisted Learning | 03 |
| - | Aesthetic Education | 02 |
| - | Management in Learning | 02 |
| - | Management in Learning | 02 |
| - | Value Education | 02 |
| - | Structure of English II (Syntax & Semantics) | 03 |
| - | Introduction to American Literature and Civilization | 03 |
| - | Teaching Reading & Writing and Vocabulary | 03 |
| - | Sri Lankan Literature in English | 03 |
Year 03
| Code | Module | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| - | Soft Skills for Teachers | 02 |
| - | Child Rights | 02 |
| - | Physical Education | 02 |
| - | ELT Curriculum Design | 03 |
| - | Teaching Listening & Speaking | 03 |
| - | Victorian LiteratureI | 03 |
| - | Discourse Analysis | 03 |
| - | Portfolio & Teaching Practice | 08 |
| - | Literary Theory in English | 03 |
| - | Second Language Acquisition and ESL in Sri Lanka | 03 |
| - | Shakespeare Studies | 03 |
Year 04
| Code | Module | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| - | Research Methods | 03 |
| - | Curriculum Theories and Practice | 03 |
| - | World Literature in English | 03 |
| - | ELT Curriculum in Sri Lanka | 03 |
| - | Academic Writing | 03 |
| - | Lesson Planning and ELT Material Development Mechanics | 03 |
| - | Portfolio (Introduction will be done in Y1/S1) | 06 |
Entry Requirements
Passes in three subjects (with English as a subject) at G.C.E (Advanced Level) examination (Sri Lanka/London) with minimum entry qualification specified by UGC
OR
Passes in three subjects at G.C.E (Advanced Level) Examination (in English medium) in any discipline with minimum entry qualification specified by UGC
AND
A pass in the aptitude test conducted by the Institute.
Fee & Funding
The fee is presently Rs. 125,000 (+ Taxes) per semester. Fees for any subsequent semester should be paid prior to the commencement of each semester. This all inclusive fee is charged to cover lectures, tutorials and examinations and access to computer laboratory facilities and library.
Entry
September Orientation/ 2019 Intake
