English Language and Literature — study plan
- Credit hours
- 132
- Levels
- 6
- Courses
- 41
- Degree
- bachelor
The English Language and Literature study plan at Kuwait University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 3 years (6 academic levels), requiring 132 credit hours across 41 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
General Education 36 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0310-101 | Arabic Language Communication Skills | 3 |
| 0320-211 | Principles of Academic Writing in English | 3 |
| 0330-102 | History of Arab and Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| 0330-100 | Modern & Contemporary History of Kuwait | 3 |
| 0310-102 | The Aesthetics of Arabic Literature | 3 |
| 9988-141 | English Language 141 | 3 |
| 9988-142 | English Language 142 | 3 |
| 0320-297 | Literature & the Arts (Proficiency 4) Elective | 3 |
| 0320-197 | Introduction to World Literature and Translation (Proficiency 5) Elective | 3 |
| PROF6 | Science Elective (Proficiency 6) Elective | 3 |
| PROF8 | Social Science Elective (Proficiency 8) Elective | 3 |
| 0210-105 | Human Rights (Proficiency 9) Elective | 3 |
Skills 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0320-108 | English Composition Elective | 3 |
| 0320-205 | Oral Presentation Elective | 3 |
DELL Core Requirements 39 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0320-170 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| 0320-173 | English Literary History & Culture I | 3 |
| 0320-171 | American Literary History & Culture | 3 |
| 0320-193 | Introduction to Comparative Literature | 3 |
| 0320-223 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 |
| 0320-243 | Phonetics & Phonology | 3 |
| 0320-273 | English Literary History & Culture II | 3 |
| 0320-262 | Morphology & Syntax | 3 |
| 0320-308 | Research Writing in Literature | 3 |
| 0320-312 | Literary Theory & Criticism | 3 |
| 0320-328 | Discourse Analysis | 3 |
| 0320-369 | Semantics | 3 |
| 0320-402 | Senior Research Project (Literature) | 3 |
DELL Concentration - Literature 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0320-256 | Shakespeare & His Contemporaries Elective | 3 |
| 0320-334 | The 19th Century Novel Elective | 3 |
| 0320-414 | Modern & Contemporary Drama Elective | 3 |
| 0320-459 | Women's Literature & Gender Studies Elective | 3 |
Minor - Translation 24 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0320-180 | Principles of Translation | 3 |
| 0320-182 | Introduction to Terminology | 3 |
| 0320-280 | Translation I | 3 |
| 0320-281 | Translation II | 3 |
| 0320-283 | Text Analysis and Translation Elective | 3 |
| 0320-285 | Translation for Special Purposes Elective | 3 |
| 0320-386 | Literary Translation Elective | 3 |
| 0320-388 | Introduction to Translation & Technology Elective | 3 |
Free Electives 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FREE-1 | University Free Elective Elective | 3 |
| FREE-2 | University Free Elective Elective | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about English Language and Literature
How many credit hours is English Language and Literature at Kuwait University?
English Language and Literature at Kuwait University requires completing 132 credit hours to graduate, spread across 41 courses.
How many years is English Language and Literature at Kuwait University?
The study plan for English Language and Literature spans about 3 years (6 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does English Language and Literature award?
English Language and Literature at Kuwait University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 132 credit hours.
Is English Language and Literature offered at other universities?
Yes, English Language and Literature is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.