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B.A. English Literature Careers, Jobs, Companies, Salary Trends and Packages 2023

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The advent of Vocational Courses has certainly affected the popularity of B.A. English Literature course, but the course has held its ground and is still seen as a viable option by many candidates. But many students feel skeptical about the future prospects of the course. Some of the job options are:

  • Teacher
  • Content Writer
  • Journalist
  • HR executive
  • Public Servant
  • Copy Writer
  • Features Writer
  • Script Writer

Check B.A. English Literature Syllabus

Some additional degrees which may help in getting employment in the desired industry are listed below:

Course Employment Industry/Job Profile
Diploma in Mass Communication Journalism
Diploma or Certificate course in Creative Writing Content Writer, Features Writer, Copy Writer
Diploma in Script Writing Script Writing
Bachelor of Education Teacher
Post-Graduate Diploma or Diploma in Management Management

Well, here is the good news, a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature is as good as any Vocational Course when it comes to employment prospects. Students who successfully complete their Bachelor's course in English Literature have a number of options to choose from. 

B.A. English Literature: Salary Trends

The salary offered to B.A. English graduates varies with sector and Job Profile. So the salary of someone working in the public sector might be higher than someone working as a content writer.

Profile/Sector Average Salary offered (per month)
Teacher Rs. 10000-25000
Content Writer Rs. 10000-20000
Journalist Rs. 15000-25000
Management Rs. 20000-50000
Public Sector Rs. 18000-30000

Following graph shows the average starting and average highest salary offered to B.A. English Literature according to various job profiles or sectors- 

Salary Graph for different profiles after BA English

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Answered Questions

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What is the scope of English Hons from DU?

SA

Shradhha Agarwal

07 Oct 22

If you want to do English Hons at DU, you should have a good XII grade point average. If you have a talent for it, an interest in it, and have been successful at it, please go ahead and hone your knowledge of Literature. In terms of scope, after Hons with good division, you have a lot of options. 

You could try your hand at publishing and work for companies like Oxford, Tata McGraw Hill Elsevier, Sage, and others. You could work in editing or marketing and have the opportunity to meet authors and develop marketing skills for book sales. After completing Hons, you may pursue a career in journalism or mass communication. You can also pursue a Masters in Public Relations, and a plethora of opportunities will open up to you once you complete the Hons course. You can earn a master's degree in a related field and sit for the civil service exam. You can also join MNCs if you develop other skills for the relevant assignment. Remember that it is a difficult course, but it is well worth it.

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How easy is the entrance examination conducted by EFLU Hyderabad for getting into English Hons.?

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Prabhas Sengupta

16 Jul 21

The entrance examination conducted by EFLU Hyderabad is not easy for English Honours because there are more than 20 centers where this test takes place.

There are certain reservations as well which add up to 50% of all the seats. Even if we don’t consider these numbers, the level of competition will be a real challenge. Also, it is not called BA honors, it is just BA English.

One great advantage that you have is that you get to learn a foreign language consecutively for two years. The language that you opt for depends on the merit scored by you in the entrance exam. Spanish and French are usually in good demand. The admission process for this year has been completed.

This is not to discourage the students from taking admission but it is important to state the facts. Campuses at Lucknow and Shillong also offer such courses where competition is relatively less. You cannot transfer from one campus to another.

If you prepare according to the previous years’ question papers and have a good command of English, then it is not that difficult to get into EFLU.

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KC

What is it like to do English Hons from Delhi University?

MB

Manav Batra

25 Oct 21

If you are a reading enthusiast and loves to write with a great hold of Grammar, go for English Hons. You should not choose this as your 2nd option because the course is very hectic and requires a lot of concentration and interest. 

English Hons is often misunderstood only with British Literature which is not true. You will be reading literature around the world including American, African, European, and Indian. 

You must be regular to lectures as they are highly recommended. The faculty at Delhi University for this course is exceptional and their teachings should not be missed. You may find everything online but attending classes has its own advantages. 

You will definitely enjoy your experience in the classes while interacting with teachers. It is important to note that your attendance will play a major role in internal assessment.

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I am planning to enroll in a BA English course in IGNOU. What is the procedure of the whole course and important things that I should follow?

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Rahul Sinha

19 Oct 22

Opt for this course only if you are into novels and literature. Otherwise, it will be a monotonous ride. If you are planning to pursue BA English at IGNOU, you can conveniently work full time alongside. Instead of attending full-time classes, just sitting for a few will do it. Get your study material and go through it regularly. Don’t forget to apply for term-end exams. Exam applications come around March for the July exams. 

You must also submit your assignment at the study centre before the last date. The questions for the assignment can be found on the IGNOU website as well as the study centre.

Before the 2nd and 3rd years consult your study centre and choose your desired course and register for it. Lastly, keep in constant touch with your study centre for regular updates.

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MS

How do I apply for a foreign language course in DU?

S

Saloni

10 Oct 22

Admission to foreign language courses at Delhi University is relatively simple. You must investigate which colleges offer such courses and which languages are available. You should make a list of colleges that you will be comfortable in based on your requirements and the faculty.

Once you have a list, go to each college's website and look for all of the information there. The date of form distribution, the application deadline, the fee structure, time slots, and other pertinent information.

You can fill out the form online and then keep checking the site for the list. Once the list is published, you must check your name to see if it is on it, and if it is, you must go to the respective college with all of your documents in hard copy. They'll check your documents, and if everything checks out, you'll be seated.

After you've been admitted, you must pay the fees online within a certain number of days. Following payment, you will receive an email confirming your registration as a language student.

The forms are usually available in June and July, and there is a minimum fee for the form.

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DK

What is the syllabus for a BA in English Hons for IGNOU?

SB

Sheel Saurabh Balley

21 Oct 22

IGNOU uses a credit system, and in order to get an Hons, a student must have 48 credits in that subject, which means taking 6 papers of 8 credits over the course of three years.

In the case of English, below is a chart that includes the course name and code:

BEGE 101 - From Language to Literature

BEGE 102 - The Structure of Modern English

BEGE 103 - Communication Skills in English

BEGE 104 - English for Business Communication

BEGE 105 - Understanding Prose

BEGE 106 - Understanding Poetry

BEGE 107 - Understanding Drama

BEGE 108 - Reading the Novel

You will notice that there are eight papers, each worth eight credits; students pursuing a major (Hons) should select any six of these eight papers (2 papers each year)

Students can only take up to 48 credits in a single subject.

Aside from the major papers, there are two compulsory courses in the first and second years: BSHF 101 and FST-1. Other elective courses must be chosen from the Program Guide's list or groups.

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What is the course structure for BA Eng in IGNOU?

PM

Pramod Mehra

28 Oct 22

The course structure at IGNOU for BA English is very simple. You need to complete 48 credits in 3 years. This means 16 credits should be completed every year. 

Every subject is allotted a specific course for example BEGE101, BEGE102, BEGE103, BEGE104, BEGE105, BEGE106, BEGE107 and BEGE108.

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BR

How is Shaheed Bhagat Singh College for English Hons.?

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Gauri Singh

13 Jan 22

Shaheed Bhagat Singh College has a very good English department and is one of the best departments in the city. 

They have an amazing faculty and the professors are equally talented. The DU English faculty has been rated as one of the top 100 departments in the world, so opting for a degree in Literature from any DU college will be worthwhile.

Apart from that huge fests and other cultural events are organized. The management staff is youthful and has no scope of miscommunication between them and the students. The college has a state-of-the-art computerized library with over 65,000 books and 70 journals, so there are no lags considering studies or reference material you need as a student. So, go for English Hons. at SBSC without any doubt.

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MM

Which college is better for an Honors degree in English Loreto College Kolkata or Shri Shikshayatan College?

SJ

Shivani Jaiswal

26 Nov 21

Among Loreto College or Shri Shikshayatan College in Kolkata, the former is said to be better. 

  • The cutoffs here are high and they have very limited seats. 
  • General category students only have 25 official seats. 
  • Their English department is said to be the best in Kolkata. 
  • They have an excellent faculty comprising talented members with years of educational experience.

Shri Shikshayatan is a bit liberal and gives students enough freedom to explore, on the other hand Loreto is completely opposite. It is very strict and disciplined. They keep their students in check most of the time.

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Which college is better for an Honors degree in English Loreto College Kolkata or Shri Shikshayatan College?

SJ

Shalini Jaiswal

20 Jan 22

Both Loreto College and Shri Shikshayatan College are the most reputed all-girls colleges in Kolkata. Choosing any one of them will prove to be a good step up for your career.

Loreto College is popular for its English Honours course. It is more strict compared to any other college. Students here have to maintain a 80% attendance, failing which you will not be able to sit for the examination. Also for subjects with practicals, students have to maintain a 100% attendance in labs. The faculty of the English department is highly experienced with some professors having 15-20 years of educational experience.

Shri Shikshayatan College is a bit more liberal than Loreto. It is not so strict about certain rules and students have the freedom to explore. The attendance, dress code, academics, etc. are much more lenient than Loreto. But according to the education provided both are equally good. Choose the one that meets all your requirements, as only that can give you a fulfilling college life.

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