Department of English
The Department of English at our institution has a clear mission: to promote an inter-lingual approach to Literature, transcending language boundaries and regional barriers.
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Overview
The Department of English is dedicated to the study of language, literature, and communication. We provide an academic environment where students are encouraged to engage thoughtfully with texts, develop strong analytical abilities, and refine their communication skills.
The department is guided by a team of committed faculty members who bring a high level of professionalism and academic rigor to the learning experience, fostering an atmosphere that values inquiry, clarity of thought, and intellectual growth. Faculty-student interaction is a hallmark of our approach, ensuring personalized guidance and meaningful academic engagement
Curriculum and Core Subjects
Our curriculum offers a balanced and comprehensive selection of courses, including British, American, and World Literatures, Literary theory, Cultural studies, and Creative and Professional writing. These courses are designed to help students appreciate the richness of literary traditions while equipping them with the critical tools required to navigate contemporary issues and diverse perspectives.
Skills Development and Practical Training
.Beyond the classroom, the department supports a range of academic and co-curricular activities, including seminars, workshops, and guest lectures. The department also conducts various activities like movie review and reading circle under its various supporting clubs. These initiatives provide students with opportunities to enhance their various skills, broaden their perspectives, and participate actively.
Career Opportunities and Department Impact
Graduates of the Department of English develop strong competencies in critical thinking, effective communication, and cultural awareness—qualities that prepare them for successful careers in education, publishing, media, corporate communication, public relations, and other professional fields.
With a commitment to academic excellence and holistic development, the Department of English continues to cultivate a community of informed, articulate, and socially conscious individuals.
Salient features of the Department:
- Implementing effective teaching and learning process throughout the course/semester.
- Encouraging students to participate actively in all the intra and inter department activities.
- Facilitating cordial discussions between parents/teachers through meets .
- Bridge Course training with efficient faculty .
- Classes are dealt with teaching aids using current technology.
- Students are trained for paper presentations in seminars and symposia.
- Mini projects are given for students to excel in advanced research.
- Assignments and Seminars are scheduled to aid in guided self-learning.
- Tutorial classes are planned to develop slow and average learners.
- Computer based English Language and Communication training is enrooted through Soft Skills subjects.
- Several Clubs are formed to develop Creative Skills and to increase the students’ calibre and language proficiency
Vision:
To empower the students with holistic knowledge and improve the communicative competency through vibrant up-skilling of language.
Mission:
- To guide and uphold the values of social progress and commitment among students/teachers, and to cater to the needs of students hailing from rural, marginalized and weaker sections of the society.
- To design, implement, and continuously enhance a curriculum that integrates advanced language training with interdisciplinary learning, thereby equipping students with the essential communicative competence and critical thinking skills required for academic and professional success in a globalized world.
- To provide a comprehensive learning environment that strengthens students’ language proficiency, nurtures critical and creative thinking, and equips them with the communicative skills necessary for academic excellence.
Strategy
Integrated approach, Simple scripts, Dramatic Explanation of Texts and Peer Group Learning.
Goal
Effectively re-read literary texts from language to content reading cum theories to explore grounds of research
Dr. S. S. Saranya
Associate Professor & Head, Department of English
As Head of the Department, I am proud to lead a dynamic academic community committed to cultivating intellectual curiosity, fostering critical thinking, and promoting excellence in language and literary studies.
The study of English offers students a unique opportunity to explore the power of words—how they shape ideas, influence cultures, and connect people across time and place. Our department strives to provide a learning environment that is both academically rigorous and supportive, encouraging students to question, analyse, and engage deeply with literature, language, and the world around them.
Our dedicated faculty members bring a blend of scholarship, experience, and passion to the classroom. They are committed not only to delivering high-quality instruction but also to mentoring students as they develop their academic and professional identities. Through collaborative learning, research opportunities, and a variety of co-curricular activities, we aim to nurture well-rounded individuals equipped with strong communication skills, creativity, and analytical insight.
As a department, we continuously work to strengthen our academic programs, enhance research culture, and integrate innovative teaching practices that align with the evolving needs of higher education. We also encourage students to participate actively in departmental events, workshops, literary initiatives, and outreach activities that enrich their knowledge and broaden their perspectives.
I extend my warm wishes to all current and prospective students, faculty, and collaborators. Together, we look forward to upholding the department’s tradition of excellence and contributing meaningfully to the institution’s vision and mission.
| S.No | Name | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr .S. S. Saranya | M.A.| M.B.A. (HR) | M.Phil.| NET | SET| Ph.D. (Eng) | Head & Associate Professor |
| 2 | Mrs. S. Padmaragam M.A | M.Phil.| B.Ed.| PGDC | (Ph.D.) | Assistant Professor |
| 3 | Mr. K. Sadavel | M.A| B.Ed.| M.Phil| (Ph.D) | Assistant Professor |
| 4 | Dr. N. Madhu Bala | M.A | NET.| Ph.D | Assistant Professor |
The Department has a separate Literary Association called Muses English Literary Association under which several clubs operate and various activities are conducted
- Melpomene Movie Club
- Bookworm Reader’s Club
- Debating, Public Speaking and MC Club
