English Language and Literature — study plan
- Credit hours
- 129
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 52
- Degree
- bachelor
The English Language and Literature study plan at Shaqra University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 129 credit hours across 52 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level One 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLM 101 | Introduction to Islamic Culture | 2 |
| ARB 101 | Language Skills | 2 |
| ENG 111 | Basic Language Skills | 3 |
| ENG 112 | Listening & Speaking Skills 1 | 2 |
| ENG 113 | Reading Comprehension 1 | 2 |
| ENG 120 | Vocabulary Building 1 | 2 |
| TEC 130 | Computer Skills | 3 |
Level Two 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLM 102 | Islam & Society Building | 2 |
| ENG 114 | Writing 1 (Paragraph Writing) | 3 |
| ENG 115 | Reading Comprehension 2 | 3 |
| ENG 116 | English Grammar | 3 |
| ENG 118 | Translation (from English into Arabic) | 2 |
| ENG 181 | Introduction to Literary Studies | 2 |
| ENG 122 | Listening & Speaking Skills 2 | 2 |
Level Three 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLM 103 | Economic System in Islam | 2 |
| ARB 103 | Arabic Editing | 2 |
| ENG 212 | Translation 1 | 2 |
| ENG 213 | Composition 2 | 2 |
| ENG 241 | Appreciating Drama | 2 |
| ENG 251 | The Rise of the Novel | 3 |
| ENG 320 | Linguistics 1 | 3 |
Level Four 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLM 104 | Fundamentals of Political System in Islam | 2 |
| ARB 104 | Literary Studies | 3 |
| ENG 231 | Appreciating Poetry | 2 |
| ENG 312 | Essay Writing | 2 |
| ENG 323 | Linguistics 2 | 2 |
| ENG 328 | Phonetics | 2 |
| ENG 371 | An Introduction to American Literature | 3 |
Level Five 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARB 105 | Language Studies | 3 |
| ENG 324 | Applied Linguistics | 3 |
| ENG 329 | Language Acquisition | 3 |
| ENG 332 | Romantic Poetry | 2 |
| ENG 412 | Speech | 2 |
| ENG 427 | Linguistics 3 | 2 |
Level Six 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 406 | Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching | 3 |
| ENG 411 | Translation 2 | 2 |
| ENG 420 | Language Evaluation | 2 |
| ENG 422 | Phonology | 2 |
| ENG 423 | Morphology & Syntax in English | 3 |
| ENG 424 | Transformational Grammar | 3 |
Level Seven 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 344 | Shakespeare | 3 |
| ENG 351 | Nineteenth Century Novel | 3 |
| ENG 361 | History of Literary Criticism 1 | 3 |
| ENG 413 | Advanced Writing | 3 |
| ENG 421 | History of English Language | 2 |
| ENG 431 | Victorian Poetry | 3 |
Level Eight 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 407 | Language and Society | 3 |
| ENG 429 | Discourse Analysis | 3 |
| ENG 432 | Modern Poetry | 3 |
| ENG 443 | Modern Drama | 3 |
| ENG 451 | Modern British Novel | 3 |
| ENG 461 | History of Literary Criticism 2 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about English Language and Literature
How many credit hours is English Language and Literature at Shaqra University?
English Language and Literature at Shaqra University requires completing 129 credit hours to graduate, spread across 52 courses.
How many years is English Language and Literature at Shaqra University?
The study plan for English Language and Literature spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does English Language and Literature award?
English Language and Literature at Shaqra University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 129 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.