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SYLLABUS
M.A. Honours in English
&
M.A. Honours with Research
in English
(w.e.f. 2017-18)
MAHons in English with research Sem IV 2 Syllabus Mumbai University by munotes
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M.A. Part II
Semester IV
Sr. No. Paper No. Name of the Paper
Core Courses
1 XIV Study of Modern English Language I
XV Study of Modern English Language II
Optional Courses
Ability Enhancement Courses (Any 01 from the following Group)
2 XVI (A) Translation
XVI (B) Creative Writing
XVI (C) Research Methodology
Interdisciplinary / Cross Disciplinary Course (Any 01 from the following Group)
3 XVII (A) Literature and Philosophy
XVII (B) Introduction to Indian Aesthetics
XVII (C) Language and Society
XVII (D) English in Research-Based Writing
Project Based Course
4 XVIII Project (For M.A. Honours)
Dissertation (For M.A. Honours with Research)
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: I V
Course: Core Paper
Course Title: Study of Modern English Language - I
Paper: X IV
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A. Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR401
iii) Course Title : Study of Modern English
Language -I
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References : Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of Tutorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes, if any : No
4. Eligibilit y, if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any : No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: I V
Title of the Course: Study of Modern English Language -I
Objectives
To familiarize students with key concepts in English language study
To acquaint students with the levels of linguistic analysis
To enable students to analyze language at the Phonological, lexical, syntactic, se mantic
and discourse level
Semester -IV – Paper - XIV
Title: Study of Modern English Language - I (6 Credits)
UNIT 1: Orientation
A. Characteristic features of language
B. Functions of human language
C. Linguistics as a scientific study of language
D. Synchronic and Diachronic study of language
E. Levels of linguistic analysis
UNIT 2: Sounds and Sound System of English
A. Principle of complementary and contrastive distribution in the classification of speech
sounds
B. The structure of syllable and syllabification
C. Supra -segmental properties: stress, rhythm and intonation
D. Phonological variation in British, American and General Indian English
UNIT 3 : Word Formation and Meaning in English
A. Morpheme and allomorph, Morpheme types
B. Morphological Processes
C. Semantics and meaning, T ypes of Meaning
D. Synonymy, Antonymy, Hyponymy, Prototypes
E. Lexical relations: Homonymy, Homophony, Polysemy, Metonymy
F. Lexical and Structural ambiguity
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UNIT 4 : Syntax and Discourse
A. Prescriptive Grammar and Descriptive Grammar
B. Words, phrases and clauses: Form and Function
C. Basic sentence Structure : Form and Function
D. The Concept of Discourse: Cohesion, Coherence and Deixis
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Written Assignment/Research Paper on a topic given
by the teacher for Internal Assessment (minimum 2000
words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with internal choice) of 15
marks each:
Q.1. Application based Question (5/7) (on Unit 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Q.2. Short Notes (in 150 words) (3/5) (on Unit 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Q.3. Essay (in 500 words) (1/2) (on Unit 1 and 2)
Q.4. Essay (in 500 words) (1/2) (on Unit 3 & 4)
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Recommended Reading:
1. Aitchison, Jean. Aitchison's Linguistics: Teach Yourself . Hachette UK, 2010.
2. Aitchison, Jean. The Articulate Mammal: An Introduction to Psycholinguistics . New
York: Routledge, 2007.
3. Baker, C.L English Syntax . The MIT Press, 1995.
4. Balasubramanian, T. A Textbook of English Phonetics for Indian Students . Macmillan,
1981.
5. Bansal, R. K. and J. B . Harrison. Spoken English for India . Orient Longman, 1972.
6. Berk, Lynn. M. English Syntax . Oxford University Press, 1999.
7. Brown, Gillian, and George Yule. Discourse Analysis . Cambridge University Press,
1983.
8. Carstairs -McCarthy, Andrew. An Introduction to English Morphology . Edinburgh
University Press, 2002.
9. Crystal, David. Dictionary of Linguistics and Phonetics . Blackwell, 1980 rpt. 1995.
10. Crystal, David. The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Language . Cambridge University Press,
1987.
11. Freeborn, D. Style: Text Analysis and Linguistic Criticism . London: Macmillan, 1996.
12. Halliday, M.A.K. and R. Hasan. Cohesion in English . Longman, 1976.
13. Huddleston, Rodney and Geoffrey K. Pullum. A Student's Introduction to English
Grammar . Cambridge University Press, 2005.
14. Jones , Daniel. An Outline of English Phonetics . Cambridge University Press, 1972.
15. Leech, G., M. Deuchar and R. Hoogenraad. English Grammar for Today . Macmillan,
1982.
16. Lyons, J. Semantics , Vols. 1 & 2. Cambridge University Press, 1977.
17. Lyons, J. Language, Mean ing and Context . Cambridge University Press, 1981.
18. Meyer, Charles. English Corpus Linguistics: An Introduction . Cambridge University
Press, 2002.
19. Quirk, R and S. Greenbaum. A University Grammar of English . Longman, 1973.
20. Trask, Robert Lawrence. Key Concep ts in Language and Linguistics . Psychology Press,
1999.
21. Trask, Robert Lawrence. Language: The Basics . Routledge, 2003.
22. Yule, George. The Study of Language: An Introduction . Cambridge University Press,
2006.
Syllabus Prepared by: Dr. Sachin Labade - Conv ener
Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Member
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: Core Paper
Course Title: Study of Modern English Language -II
Paper: XV
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A. Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR402
iii) Course Title : Study of Modern English
Language -II
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References : Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits p er Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of Tutorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes, if any : No
4. Eligibility, if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any : No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: Study of Modern English Language -II
Objectives
To acquaint students with the basic concepts in language use and give them practice in
the application of these concepts
To familiarize them with key concepts in the study of variation in English
To Focus on a wide range of variation in English (according to the use and the user) and
encourage students to conduct fieldwork and to analyze linguistic corpora
To make them aware of current issues associated with the variation of English
Semester -IV – Paper - XV
Title: Study of Modern English Language -II (6 Credits)
UNIT 1: Language in Use
A. Basic Concepts: Speech Acts, Speech Situation and Speech Event, Presupposition and
Implicature, Semantic Entailment, Turn Taking and Adjacency Pair
B. Conversational Principles: Politeness in Conversation, Maxims of Politeness
Principle
C. Co-operation in Conversation: Maxims of Co -operative Principle, Observation and
Violation of CP and PP in Conversation
Application of these concepts through Fieldwork and analysis of linguistic corpora in
English
UNIT 2: Variation in English according to Use
A. Genre
B. Style
C. Register
Fieldwork and analysis of linguistic corpora in English
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UNIT 3 : Variation According to User
A. Idiolect, Sociolect, Dialect and the question of Standard
B. Language in Contact: Bilingualism/ Multilingualism, Code - Mixing and Code -
Switching
C. Notion of World Englishes
D. Nativization and Standardization
Asian Englishes e.g. Sri Lankan English, Hong Kong English
UNIT 4: English in India and Indian English
A. History of English in India
B. Politics of English in Post -Independent India
C. Indian English : Stereotype and standardization
D. Feature List and corpus linguistic approach to Indian English
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Written Assignment/Research Paper on the text
prescribed by the teacher for Internal Assessment
(minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
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2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End E xamination for 60 marks will have 4 questions ( with internal choice) of 15 marks
each:
Q.1. Application based Question (5/7) (on Unit 1, 2 & 3)
Q.2. Short Notes (in 150 words) (3 /5) (on Unit 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Q.3. Essay (in 500 words) (1/2) (on Unit 1 and 2)
Q.4. Essay (in 500 words) (1/2) (on Unit 3 & 4)
Recommended Reading:
1. Archer, Dawn, Karin Aijmer, and Anne Wichmann. Pragmatics: An Advanced
Resource Book for Students . Routledge, 2012.
2. Bauer, Laurie. An Introduction to International Varieties of English . Hong Kong
University Press, 2002.
3. Biber, Douglas, and Susan Conrad. Register, Genre and Style . Cambridge
University Press, 2009.
4. Bolton, Kingsley, and Braj B. Kachru. Asian Englishes . Vol. 4. Routledge, 2006.
5. Crystal, David. English as a Global Language . Cambridge University Press, 2012.
6. Crystal, David, and Derek Davy. Investigating English Style . Routledge, 2016.
7. Cheshire, Jenny, ed. English around the World: Sociolinguistic Perspectives .
Cambridge University Press, 1991.
8. Kachru, Braj B. The Indianization of English: the English Language in India .
Oxford University Press, 1983.
9. Kachru, Braj B. The Alchemy of English: The Spread, Functions, and Models of
Non-Native Englishes . University of Illinois Press, 1990.
10. Krishnaswamy, N. & Burde, A. S. The Politics of Indians' English: Linguistic
Colonialism and the Expanding English Empire . Oxford University Press, 1998.
11. Leech, G. N. Principles of Pragmatics . Longman, 1983.
12. Levinson, S. C. Pragmatics . Cambridge University Press, 1983.
13. Lange, Claudia. The Syntax of Spoken Indian English . John Benjamins Publishing
Company, 2012.
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14. Magui re, Warren & April McMahan. eds. Analyzing Variation in English .
Cambridge University Press, 2011.
15. Meyer, Charles. English Corpus Linguistics: An Introduction . Cambridge
University Press, 2002.
16. Jenkins, Jennifer. 2nd ed. World Englishes . Routledge. (Specia l Indian Edition),
2012.
17. Schneider, Edger. English Around the World: An Introduction. Cambridge
University Press, 2010.
18. Spolsky, Bernard. Sociolinguistics . Oxford University Press, 1998.
19. Strevens, Peter. New Orientations in the Teaching of English . Oxford University
Press, 1977.
20. Trudgill, Peter. Introducing Language and Society . Penguin, 1992.
21. Trudgill, Peter. "Standard English: What it isn’t." Standard English: The Widening
Debate (1999): 117 -128.
Please Note: As per UGC norms each paper has been assigned one hour of tutorial per
week and this is reflected in the time table of the Department.
Syllabus Prepared by: Dr. Sachin Labade - Convener
Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Member
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: Ability Enhancement
Course Title: Translation – Theory and Practice
Paper: XVI (A)
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A. Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR403
iii) Course Title : Translation: Theory and
Practice
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References : Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of Tutorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes, if any : No
4. Eligibility, if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per Universit y Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any : No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: Translation – Theory and Practice
Objectives
To trace the history of Translation Theory in the domain of literary and language studies
To acquaint the learners with the methodology and practice of translation
To understand the professional and functional relevance of various types, modes and
elements of translation
To familiarize learners with the politics, pragmatics and aesthetics of translation
To prepare students to write research papers with theory -oriented perspectives
Semester -IV – Paper - XVI (A)
Title: Genre Studies: Translation – Theory and Practice (6 Credits)
UNIT 1: Background
The significance need and scope of translation in various spheres of knowledge such as
media, academia and global circulation of culture. Debates on translation possibilities and
the notion of “zero translatability” etc.
The contemporary period as the era or translation studies, Colonial and Post -colonial
approaches to translation
Translation as theory and practice in the specific genres of literature as drama, fiction and
poetry, translation in Media and subtitle in Film ad aptations
UNIT 2: Understanding Translation as a Skill
Translation as a skill and practice in Interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary academic
Scenario. Translation as communicative strategy in education, media, technology and
corporate world.
Translation as a political act, an interpretation, transference of meaning and trans -
creation; the structures of different grammars in source and target languages and the
possibilities of solutions to reach accuracy in translation practices
UNIT 3 : Transl ation in Poetry and Drama
Theories and Strategies in translation of poetry and drama
World Literature in English translation – Extracts from Pablo Neruda, Rabindranath
Tagore and Selections from Tukaram, Ghalib, Kabir, Sahir Ludhianvi, and Gulzar.
Select ions from Shakespearean plays (e.g. Soliloquies), plays of Vijay Tendulkar, Girish
Karnad and Mohan Rakesh
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UNIT 4: Translation in Prose, Novel and Short Fiction
Theories and Strategies in the Translation of fiction, prose and short fiction
Literary and Linguistic analysis of passages from translated fiction of Premchand,
Bhalchandra Nemade, women’s short fiction in Marathi, the abridged/condensed
narratives in translation, rewriting/adaptations of epics and ancient stories, or prose
essays to be selected by the concerned teacher
Texts for Internal Assessment and Classroom Discussion:
An Assignment is to be prepared on the following topics and the Seminar papers are to be
presented on the similar after the approval of the chosen topics from the concerned
teacher
Bible translations in English, Hindi and Marathi.
Poetry of regional, marginal or tribal Indian writers translated in English such as Arjun
Dangle, Namdev Dhasal, Nirmala Putul and so on.
Theatre performances in translation, one -act plays from any language into English,
dramas of Marathi, Hindi and Gujarati writers translated into English.
Short fiction by any of the western or Indian writers from any language translated into
English.
Scripts, stories or essays of any regional or national writers translated into English with
the approval from the concerned teacher.
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Written Assignment/Research Paper on the text
prescribed by the teacher for Internal Assessment
(minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
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2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with internal choice) of 15 marks
each:
Q.1. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 1)
Q.2. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 2)
Q.3. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 3)
Q.4. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 4)
Recommended Reading:
Bassnett Susan, Translation Studies , Methuen Routledge, 1980.
Mona Baker, Kirsten Malmkjær Routledge Encyclopaedia of Translation Studies,
Routledge Psychology Press, 1998
Lakshmi H, Problems of Translation , Hyderabad, Books Links Corporation, 1993.
Mukharjee Sujit, Translation as Discovery , Orient Longman, 1994.
Nida Eugene A. Theory and Prac tice of Translation, Brill 2003.
Sarang Vilas, the Stylistics of Literary Translation , University of Mumbai 1988.
Translation Theory and Practice Tension and Interdependence, Edited by Mildred L.
Larson, John Benjamin’s publishing Company, 1991.
Venuti Law rence, the Scandals of Translation, Taylor and Francis, US 1998.
Willis Barnstone, the Poetics of Translation , Yale University Press, 1995.
Hornby Mary Snell, Translation Studies an Integrated Approach , John Benjamins
Publishing, 1998.
Venuti Lawrence, Rethinking Translation: Discourse, Subjectivity and Ideology, 1992.
Venuti Lawrence, The Translator’s Invisibility: A History of Translation, Routledge,
1995.
Syllabus Prepared by:
1. Dr. Bhagyashree Varma - Convener
Asso. Professor
Department of English
University of Mumbai
2. Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Member
Professor and Head
Department of English
University of Mumbai
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: Ability Enhancement Course
Course Title: Creative Writing
Paper: XVI (B)
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A. Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR403
iii) Course Title : Creative Writing
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References : Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of Tutorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examinatio n : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes , if any : No
4. Eligibility , if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any : No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: Creative Writing
Objectives
To introduce the art, craft and skill of Creative Writing to students
To understand and communicate the designs and practices in Creative Writing
To trace the historical process and progress of Creative Writing
To support and encourage learners to practise Creative Writing
To appreciate the need for new forms of creative writing in digital and print media
Semester -IV – Paper - XVI (B)
Title: Creative Writing - (6 Credits)
UNIT 1: Introduction to Creative Writing
a) The history, art and craft of Creative Writing: The writing for media and forms of creative
writing, the history of creative writing in the West and the Ea st; Introduction of various genres
and modes of creative writing in poetry, fiction, drama and short story; Techniques and elements
of creative writing, language and style of creative writers; the development of poetic, dramatic or
fictional sequences in c reative writing, dummy script, editing the drafts and skills of
embellishments, devices, figures of speech and strategies in creative writing.
b) Creative Writing Today: The global relevance of creative writing and status of creative
writing in India; Nee d for new perspectives on English Studies. New modes of creativity, social
media and creative writing, websites and blogs for creative writing; contemporary stages and
trends in publications, reader responses and authorial voices in creative writing, types of modern
and post modern forms like flash fiction, dialogue writing, duet scenes, comic speeches and
stand up comedy scripts, feature articles, screenplays and travel writing and so on.
Unit 2: Studying the Writing of Poetry and Short fiction
Texts – Selected Poems of Pablo Neruda / W. B. Yeats
Selected Poems Emily Dickinson / Imtiaz Dharkar
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Unit 3: Studying the Writing of Drama and One act play
Texts – G. B. Shaw, Candida
Arnold Bennett, The Stepmother
Unit 4: Studying the Writing of Novel and Novella
Texts - Ayn Rand, We the Living
Joseph Conrad, Heart of Darkness
Texts for Internal Assessment and Classroom Discussion:
Epic / Ballad in Ancient Literature
Lyric / Sonnet / Ode
Haiku / Sher in Short Poetry
Classical Tragedy / Elizabethan Drama
Comedy of Manners / Problem Play
Gothic Novel / Psychological Novel
Stream of Consciousness / Narrative Techniques
Dramatic Monologue / Aside
Soliloquy / Interior Monologue
Fantasy fiction / Graphic Novel
Nurser y Rhyme / Lyrics for Films
Bhajan / Doha / Ghazal
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Written Assignment/Research Paper on the text
prescribed by the teacher for Internal Assessment
(minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
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2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with internal choice) of 15 marks
each:
Q.1. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 1)
Q.2. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 2)
Q.3. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 3)
Q.4. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 4)
Recommended Reading:
Bell Julia The Creative Writing Course -Book , MacMillan, 2001 .
Egri Lajos, the Art of Dramatic Writing , NY, 1960 .
Kate L. Turabian A Manual for Writers, Univ. of Chicago Press, 8th edition.
James Scott Bell, How to Write Dazzling Dialogue , Copendium Press CA, 2014 .
Johnson, Jeannie. Why Write Poetry? F. D. Univ. Press, 2007.
John Gardner, the Art of Fiction, Vintage, NY, 1991 .
M. H. Abrams, Glossary of Literary Terms, Wadsworth Publishing Company, 2015.
Natalie Goldberg, Writing Down the Bones , Shambhala Publications, 1986 .
Roy Peter Clark, Writing Tools, Brown and Company, US, 2008 .
Ueland Brenda, If You Want to Write : A Book about Art, Independence and Spirit
Graywoolf Press, 2002 .
Vladimir, Nabokov, Notes on Prosody , Bollinger Foundation, 1964.
William Strunk and E. B. White, The Elements of Style , Longman, 1999 .
William Zinsser on Writing Well, NY, Harper Collins, 2006 .
Syllabus Prepared by:
1. Dr. Bhagyashree Varma - Convener
Asso. Professor
Department of English
University of Mumbai
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University of Mumbai
M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part II - Semester: IV
Course: Ability Enhancement Course
Course Title: Research Methodology
Paper: XV I (C)
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A. Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR403
iii) Course Title : Research Methodology
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the co py of syllabus
v) References and Additional References : Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of Tutorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes , if any : No
4. Eligibility , if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any : No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: Research Methodology
Objectives of the Course:
To introduce learners to the concept of ‘research’
To acquaint them with the stages of research
To familiarize them with the procedures involved in research
To introduce them to the conventions of writing research papers
To acquaint them with the techniques and conventions of documentation in
research
Semester: IV – Paper No. XV I (C)
Title : Research Methodology - (06 Credits)
UNIT 1: Key Concepts
1. Investigation, exploration, examination, analysis
2. Hypothesis and Problem Statement
3. Methods and Modes of Research
4. Data Analysis (Collection and Classification)
5. Reference Lists and Footnotes
6. Quotations and Citation
7. Bibliography / Appendix / Appendices
UNIT 2: Research: Tools, Language and Plagiarism
1. Primary and Secondary Data
2. Research Language (Clarity, Correctness, Coherence)
3. Research Ethics
UNIT 3: Research in Language and Literature
1. Methods in Language Research
2. Trends and Approaches in Literary Research
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UNIT 4: Process of Research
1. Selection of Research Topic
2. Chapterisation: Sections and Sub -sections of Chapters
3. Findings and Conclusion
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Research Proposal related to the different aspects of
language and literature to be submitted on the topic
suggested by the teacher for Internal Assessment
(minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with internal choice) of 15
marks each:
Q.1. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 1)
Q.2. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 2)
Q.3. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 3)
Q.4. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 4)
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Recommended Reading:
Abdul Rahim, F. Thesis Writing: A Manual for Researchers . New Delhi: New Age
International, 2005
Adam Sirjohn. Research Methodology: Methods & Techniques . Delhi: New Age
International Ltd, 2004 .
Ahuja, Ram. Research Methods. Rawat Publications, 2001.
Altick, R. D. The Art of Literary Research . New York : Norton, 1963.
Barker, Nancy and Nancy Hulig. A Research Guide for Under Graduate Students: English
and American Literature . New York : MLA of America, 2000
Bateson, F.W. The Scholar Critic: An Introduction to Literary Research . London:
Routledge, 1972.
Bawarshi, Anis S. and Reiff, Mary Jo. Genre: An Introduction to History, Theory,
Research, and Pedagogy. Parlor Press, 2010.
Booth, Wayne C. The Craft of Research . University of Chicago Press, 2003.
Brown, James Dean. Understanding Research in Second Language Learning , New York:
Cambridge University Press, 2006.
Caivery, R. & Nayak V.K. Research Methodology . S. Chand, 2005.
Eliot, Simon and W. R. Owens. A Handbook to Literary Research . London : Routledge &
Open University, 1998.
Ellis, Jeanne. Practical Research Planning and Design . Ormond Merrill, 2010.
Gibaldi, Joseph. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers . New York : MLA
Association, 2016.
Gorman, G. E. and Clayton, Peter. Qualitative Research for the Information Professionals.
London: Facet Publishing, 2005.
Harner, James L. Literary Research Guide: An Annotated Listing of Reference Sources in
English Literary Studies . New York: MLA of America, 2002.
Kothari,C.R. Research Methodology: Methods & Techniques . Delhi: New Age
International Ltd, 1985.
Lenburg, Jeff. Guide to Research . Viva Books, 2007.
Mishra, D.S. A Grammar of Literary Research , New Delhi: Harman Pub lishing House,
1989.
Oakman, Robert L. Computer Methods for Literary Research. Athens: University of
Georgia Press, 1984.
Rahim, Abdul F. Thesis Writing: A Manual for Researchers . New Delhi: New Age
International Ltd, 2005.
Rajanan, B. Fundamentals of Research . ASRC Hyderabad, 1968.
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Rengachari,Sulochna S. Research Methodology for English Literature . Bareilly : Prakash
Book Depot, 1995.
Sameer, Kumar. Research Methodology. Springer: US., 2005.
Seliger. Second Language Research Methods , Oxford University Press, 2001.
Winkler, Anthony C. & Accuen, Jo Roy. Writing the Research Paper . Thomson Heinle,
2003.
Please Note: As per UGC norms each paper has been assigned one hour of tutorial per
week and this is reflected in the time table of the Department.
Syllabus Prepared by:
1. Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Convener
Professor and Head
Department of English
University of Mumbai
2. Dr. Bhagyashree Varma - Member
Asso. Professor
Department of English
University of Mumbai
3. Dr. Suresh Wakchaure - Member
Asso. Professor & Head
Department of English
Mithibai College, Mumbai
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: ID /CD
Course Title: Literature and Philosophy
Paper: XVII (A)
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A. Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR404
iii) Course Title : Literature and Philosophy
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References : Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of Tutorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Question s of 15 marks each
3. Special notes, if any : No
4. Eligibility, if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any : No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: Literature and Philosophy
Objectives
To study the manner in which literature and philosophy are updated by each other in the
interdisciplinary academia
To acquaint learners with the artistic and literary productions in the age of reflection and
opposition to the prevailing philosophical concepts, trends and movements from past to
present
To understand the socio -cultural relevance of authors and texts and reread the texts of
literature in the backdrop of perspectives in philosophy
To enable them to write research -oriented papers on the interdisciplinary studies
Semester -IV – Paper - XVII (A)
Title: Literature and Philosophy - (6 Credits)
UNIT 1: Background
The study of various ancient and modern thinkers and philosophers as Plato, Aristotle,
Longinus, Horace, Heidegger, Kierkegaard, Hume, Darwin, Freud and Marx and their
ideas. Neo -Platonism, artistic autonomy, Art for Art’s Sake and Art for the Sake of Life,
the ancient and modern Indian Philosophy e.g. Darshana and Saadhana, Moksha and so
on, Orthodox Hindu Philosophy and Heterodox Schools as Jain, Buddhist, Ajivika and
Carvaka, Humanism and Neo -Humanism.
German Idealism and Romanticis m, British radical philosophy of thinkers as Godwin
and Burke, French Revolution and its effect on Literature, Nietzsche on God, Rousseau
and Voltaire, post -modern theories by philosophers and thinkers as Derrida, Foucault,
Bhabha and Spivak, Lyotard on the “postmodern condition” of Man.
Unit II – Fiction
I. Albert Camus, Myth of Sisyphus
II. Jostein Gardner, Sophie’s World
Unit III – Poetry
I. T. S. Eliot The Wasteland
II. P. R. Sarkar, Prabhat Sangeet
III. Selections from “War Poets” as Owen and Sassoon (Poems to be selected
by the concerned teacher)
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Unit IV – Drama
I. G. B. Shaw, Doctor’s Dilemma
II. Oscar Wilde, Lady Windermere’s Fan
Texts for Internal Assessment and Classroom Discussion:
1. Kant as Philosopher on Beauty
2. Romantic Poets as Thinkers on Nature
3. Francis Bacon and /or John Locke on Human Understanding
4. Sidney’s Apology for Poesy / Shelley on Poetry
5. Simone De Beauvoir and / or Helen Cixous
6. Roland Barthes and /or Edward Said
7. Confucius / Taoism / Yangism / on Chinese Philosophy
8. Albert Camus and / or Sartre on functions of Literature
9. Mary Wollstonecraft and /or Virginia Woolf
10. The Philosophy of Aurobindo Ghosh and/or Rabindranath Tagore
11. G. D. Krishnamurthy and/or M. K. Gandhi
12. Philosophical essayists from India (any from Radhakrishnan to Abdul Kal am)
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Written Assignment/Research Paper on the text
prescribed by the teacher for Internal Assessment
(minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with internal choice) of 15
marks each:
Q.1. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 1)
Q.2. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 2)
Q.3. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 3)
Q.4. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 4)
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Recommended Reading:
Aristotle Poetics Trans. by S. H. Butcher NY Macmillan, 1925
Bacon Francis Advancement of Learning, Adelaide, 1605
Freud Sigmund Five Lectures on Psychoanalysis, Digireads.com, (first ed. 1900)
Freud Sigmund the Interpretation of Dreams, Basic Boo ks, 2010
F. Nietzsche Beyond Good and Evil, Alpha editions unabridged, 2016
Gandhi M. K., an Autobiography: the Story of My Experiments with Truth, Penguin, 2001
Immanuel Kant Critique of Pure Reason, Cambridge Univ. Press, 1999
John Locke Essay Concerning Human Understanding, New York, 1959
Longinus on the Sublime, Rarebooksclub.com, 2012
Mead Henry, T. E. Hulme and the Ideological Politics of Early Modernism, Bloomsbury, 2017
Plato, Republics, Trans. by F. M. Cornford,1945
Tagore Rabindran ath, Selected Essays by Tagore ( The Religion of Man, Thought Relics ), Rupa
publications, 2004
William Godwin, A n Enquiry Concerning Political Justice, OUP, 2013
Syllabus Prepared by:
1. Dr. Bhagyashree Varma - Convener
Asso. Professor
Department of English
University of Mumbai
2. Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Member
Professor and Head
Department of English
University of Mumbai
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: ID / CD
Course Title: Introduction to Indian Aesthetics
Paper: XVII (B)
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A. Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR404
iii) Course Title : Introduction to Indian Aesthetics
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References : Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of T utorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes , if any : No
4. Eligibility , if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any : No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: Introduction to Indian Aesthetics
Objectives
To trace origin and growth of Indian Aesthetics from the an cient to modern times
To study applied views on Indian Aesthetics in the Interdisciplinary Context
To understand the impact of Indian Aesthetics on the worldviews in varied disciplines
To understand the socio -cultural relevance of Indian Aesthetics in L iterature, Film and
Media today
To enable learners to write research papers with the knowledge of Indian Aesthetics
Semester -IV – Paper - XVII (B)
Title: Introduction to Indian Aesthetics - (6 Credits)
UNIT 1: Background
The nature of aesthetics in general, its relation to literature and Indian traditions; origin
and development of Indian Aesthetics as a discipline in the comparative context of
western aesthetics, relation to the pedagogy of fine arts (e. g. Sculpture, Pai nting, Music,
Dance and so on)
Studying the s schools of Indian Aesthetics – The Rasa school, Dhvani, Alamkara, Riti
and Vakrokti school, The Vedic and Upanishadic worldviews (Sruti, Upanisadas and
Puranas), The Buddhist worldview, Jaina worldview, Bhakt i cult and the Islamic and Sufi
worldviews, Theoretical Constructs on beauty, Folk Art Traditions and Modern Indian
Aesthetics.
UNIT 2:
I. Anandavardhanacharya, The Dhvanyaloka
II. Adya RangaCharya, The Natya Shastra
UNIT 3:
I. Aurobindo Ghosh , Savitri
II. Anand K. Coomaraswami, The Dance of Siva
UNIT 4:
I. Concepts and theories in Art, applied Aesthetics, Feminist aesthetics and aesthetics
of Interpretation (From Tagore to Current Literary Writings and Media)
II. Aesthetics of Indian Films (Bollywood History and Depiction / Interpreta tion of
Aesthetics)
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Texts for Internal Assessment and Classroom Discussion:
i. Kalidasa, Meghaduta
ii. Patanjali, Mahabhasya
iii. Sudraka, Mricchakatika – ‘The Little Clay Cart’
iv. Vishakhadutta, Mudrarakshasa
v. Manmohan Acharya , Arjuna Pratijnaa
vi. Banabhatta, Hanscharita
vii. Ashwaghosha, Buddhacharita
viii. Kabir, Bijak of Kabir
ix. A. K Ramanujan, Speaking of Shiva
x. Rumi, Diwan E Kabir
xi. Rabindranath Tagore, Chitrangada
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Written Assignment/Research Paper on the text
prescribed by the teacher for Internal Assessment
(minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with internal choice) of 15 marks
each:
Q.1. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 1)
Q.2. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 2)
Q.3. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 3)
Q.4. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 4)
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Recommended Reading:
Barlingay S. S., A Modern Introduction to Indian Aesthetic Theory , Printworld, New
Delhi, 2007
Farley Richmond, "India", in The Cambridge Guide to Asian Theatre , ed. James R.
Brandon , Cambridge University Press , 1993
Ghosh, Manomohan , Natyasastra : A Treatise on Hindu Dramaturgy and Histrionics ,
Asiatic Society, 1961
Johnson, Jeannie. Why Write Poetry? F. D. Univ. Press, 2007.
K. K Sarma . Rabindranath Tagore’s Aesthetics , Abhinav publications 1988
Masson and Patwardhan, Shantarasa and Abhinavagupta’s Philosophy of Aesthetics ,
Bhandarkar Institute , 2000
M. H. Abrams, Glossary of Literary Terms, Wadsworth Publishing Company, 2015.
S. C. Pandey the Concept of Rasa Indian Institute of Advanced Studies 2009
Ghosh Ranjan K. Richmond, Great Indian Thinkers on Art: Creativity, Aesthetic
Communication and Freedom Farley P. Darius L. Swann Phillip B. Zarrilli (1993).
Seturaman V. S., Studies in Modern Aesthetics, S. K. Nandi Indian Institute of
Advanced Study, 19 75
Seturaman V. S., Indian Aesthetics by Golden House New Delhi 2017
Shelden Pollok (trans. Ed.) A Rasa Reader Cambridge Univ. press, 2016
Shrivastav Balram, Nature of Indian Aesthetics , Chaukhamba Orientalia, 1985
Farley P. Richmond and Darius L. Swann, Indian theatre: traditions of performance .
Motilal Banarsidas Publishers , 1990
Vladimir, Nabokov, Notes on Prosody , Bollinger Foundation, 1964.
Syllabus Prepared by:
1. Dr. Bhagyashree Varma - Convener
Asso. Professor
Department of English
University of Mumbai
2. Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Member
Professor and Head
Department of English
University of Mumbai
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: ID/CD
Course Title: Language and Society: Discourse Analysis
Paper: XVII (C)
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A Honours and M.A. Honours with
Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR404
iii) Course Title : Language and Society : Discourse
Analysis
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References: Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credi ts per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
ix) No. of Tutorials per week : 01
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes, if any : No
4. Eligibility, if any : Students in Humanities/Social Sciences
Having intermediate proficiency level in
English
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any: No
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M.A. Hon ours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: Language and Society: Discourse Analysis
Objectives
To introduce students to the different notions of language discourse.
To encourage awareness of the ways in which discourse practices vary across social
and cultural boundaries.
To engage students in integrating tools from linguistics and also social theory as a key
method in discourse analysis.
To develop students' understanding of the different tools of discou rse analysis
To develop students’ ability to critically evaluate written/spoken materials in the field
of discourse and discourse analysis.
Semester: IV – Paper XVII - C
Title: Language and Society: Discourse Analysis - (6 Credits)
Unit 1: Introduction: Key Concepts in the Study of Discourse Analysis
A. Discourse and Discourse Analysis
B. Text, Texture and Social Functions
C. Language, Ideology and Power
D. Spoken Discourse
E. Strategic Interaction
F. Context, Culture and Communication
Unit 2: Approaches to Discourse Analysis
A. Three perspectives on discourse
B. Cohesion and Coherence
C. Genre, mode and media
D. Constructing reality
E. Texture of talk and the speaking model
F. Negotiating relationship and activities
Unit 3: Analysing Discourses - I
A. Doing Discourse Analysis: Initiation
B. Analysing texture
C. Analysing genre
D. Analysing other people’s voices
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Unit 4: Analysing Discourses - II
A. Analysing speech acts
B. Analysing conversational strategies
C. Analysing context
Evaluation P attern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 Marks):
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. Written Assignment: Students will develop an analysis
paper connecting theoretical and methodological concepts
from the readings and discussions (minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total = 40 Marks
2. Semester End Examination (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination Pattern 60 Marks Hours: 2
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with Internal choice) of 15
marks each:
Q.1. Short Note (any 3 out of 5) (on Unit 1)
Q.2. Short Note (any 3 out of 5) (on Unit 2)
Q.3. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 3)
Q.4. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 4)
Recommended Reading:
1. Fairclough, Norman. Critical Discourse Analysis: The Critical Study of Language .
Routledge, 2013.
2. Gee, J. P. Discourse Analysis: Theory and Method . London: Routledge, 1999.
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3. Georgakopoulou , Alexandra. "Styling Men and M asculinities: Interactional and Identity
Aspects at Work." Language in Society 34.02 (2005): 163 -184.
4. Goffman, Erving. Gender Advertisements . New York: Harper & Row, 1979.
5. Halliday, M. A. K., & Hasan, R. Cohesion in English . London: Longman, 1976.
6. Halliday, M.A.K. Language as Social Semiotic . London: Edward Arnold, 1978 .
7. Kumaravadivelu, Bernard. "Critical Classroom Discourse Analysis." TESOL
Quarterly (1999): 453 -484.
8. Labov, William, and Joshua Waletzky. "Narrative Analysis: Oral Versions of Personal
Experience ”. Essays on the Verbal and Visual Arts. Proceedings of the 1966 Annual
Spring Meeting of the American Enthnological Society, 12 -44. (1967).
9. Pennycook, Alastair. "Performativity and Language Studies." Critical Inquiry i n
Language Studies: An International Journal 1.1 (2004): 1 -19.
10. Phillips, L. & Jorgensen, M. Chapter 1: The Field o f Discourse Analysis. In Discourse
Analysis as Theory and Method . London: Sage, 2001 .
11. Schegloff, E., Koshik , I., Jacoby, S., & Olsher, D. “Conversation Analysis and Applied
Linguistics”. Annual Review of Applied Linguistics , 22 ( 2002) : 3-31.
12. Schiffrin, D. Approaches to Discourse . Oxford: Basil Blackwell. 1994.
13. Speer, Susan A. "Sexist Talk: Gender Categories, Participants’ Orientations and
Irony." Journal of Sociolinguistics 6.3 (2002): 347 -377.
14. Swales, J. Genre Analysis . Cambri dge: Cambridge University Press, 1990.
15. Van Dijk, Teun A. "Principles of Critical Discourse Analysis." Discourse & society 4.2
(1993): 249 -283.
16. Van Dijk, Teun A. Discourse as Social Interaction . Vol. 2. Sage, 1997.
Please Note: As per UGC norms each paper has been assigned one hour of tutorial per week and
this is reflected in the time table of the Department.
Syllabus Prepared by: Dr. Sachin Labade - Convener
Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Member
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: ID/CD
Course Title: English for Research Writing and Conferences
Paper: XV II (D)
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENG HR404
iii) Course Title : English for Research Writing
and Conferences
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the copy of syllabus
v) References and Additional References: Enclosed in the Syllabus
vi) Credit Structure : No. of Credits per Semester -06
vii) No. of lectures per Unit : 15
viii) No. of lectures per week : 04
2. Scheme of Examination : 4 Questions of 15 marks each
3. Special notes, if any : No
4. Eligibility, if any : No
5. Fee Stru cture : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any: No
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M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Title of the Course: English for Research Writing and Conferences
Objec tives
To introduce students to the genre of research writing & academic presentation
To familiarize students with various stages of writing research paper & making
presentation
To train students in using appropriate language in writing research papers and making
presentations at conferences
To encourage students to analyse linguistic/generic aspects of a research paper &
academic presentation
To enable students to prepare research articles and presentations for conferences
Semester: IV – Paper XVI I (D)
Title of the paper : English for Research Writing and Conferences - (6 Credits)
Unit 1: Writing and presenting research
A. Research writing skills: Planning and Preparation, Word Order, Breaking Up Long
Sentences, Structuring Paragraphs and Sentences, Being Con cise and Removing
Redundancy, Avoiding Ambiguity and Vagueness, Highlighting Your Findings,
Hedging and Criticizing, Paraphrasing and Plagiarism, Useful Phrases/expressions
B. Conference Presentation skills: Pronunciation and intonation, sign posts, discourse
markers, speech event conventions, Appropriacy of language, useful
phrases/expressions
Unit 2: Formulation, sections and documentation in research paper
A. Formulation of Rese arch projects and Documentation: Formulating hypothesis/thesis
statement/research question; planning the argument of the research paper; distinction
between the background to the study and the study proper; formulating the outline of a
research paper
B. Sections of a Research Paper: Titles, abstracts, introduction, review of the literature,
methods, results, discussion and conclusions
C. Documentation: Bibliographical and webliographical conventions (in - text citation, end
citation for instance)
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Unit 3: Analysing and writing research papers
A. Analysing the organization of ideas in good as well as bad writing; the rhetorical
patterning of a passage; the introductory and closing paragraphs of samples of research
papers; linguistic aspects of sample research papers to study the means used to report
the works of others; and a research paper in order to determine the evidence for
statements made
B. Writing research Paper: drafting, editing and evaluation of one’s own research papers
Unit 4 Analysing and preparing p resentations at the academic conferences
A. Analysing the other people’s presentations: introduction, sign posting, use of language
to engage audience, building argument, placement of text and visuals, conclusions, and
handling questions
B. Preparing presentat ion: writing out your speech, writing the text of slides, visual
elements, opening, transition, result and discussion, and conclusion in a presentation;
dealing with Q & A session
Evaluation Pattern:
1. Internal Assessment (40 marks)
Sr.No. Particulars Marks
1. One Written Assignment/Research Paper on the topic in
consultation with the teacher (minimum 2000 words)
Classroom Attendance and Participation
Presentation (10 minutes with or without Power Point)
Viva Voce 20 Marks
10 Marks
05 Marks
05 Marks
Total - 40 Marks
2. Semester End Examination: (60 Marks):
Evaluation: Semester End Examination - 60 Marks - Hours: 02
The Semester End Examination for 60 marks will have 4 questions (with internal choice) of 15 marks
each:
Q.1. Application based Question (any 5 out of 6) (on Unit 1 and 2)
Q.2. Short Notes (any 3 out of 4) (on Unit 1 and 2)
Q.3. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 3)
Q.4. Essay (any 1 out of 2) (on Unit 4)
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Recommended Reading:
1. Booth, Wayne C., Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams. The Craft of Research .
University of Chicago press, 2003.
2. Goodale, Malcolm. Professional Presentations: with VCD . Cambridge University Press,
2013.
3. Hacker, Diana, and Nancy Sommers. A Writer's Reference with Exercises with 2016
MLA Update . Mac millan Higher Education, 2016.
4. Hyland, Ken. English for Academic Purposes: An Advanced Resource Book . Routledge,
2006.
5. J. Kim. “Presentation strategies in Conference English”. In Proceedings of the 8th
Conference of Pan -Pacific Association of Applied Lingu istics. Pp.148 -158. 2004
6. Modern Language Association of America. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research
Papers . Modern Language Association of America, 2010.
7. Reinhart, Susan M. Giving Academic Presentations . Ann Arbor: University of Michigan
Press, 2002.
8. Swales, John. Genre analysis: English in Academic and Research Settings . Cambridge
University Press, 1990.
9. Thurstun, Jennifer, and Christopher N. Candlin. Exploring Academic English: A
Workbook for Student Essay Writing . National Centre for English Language T eaching
and Research, Macquarie University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2109, 1997.
10. Wallwork, Adrian. English for Research: Usage, Style, and Grammar . Springer Science
& Business Media, 2012.
11. Wallwork, Adrian. English for Research: Vocabulary Exerci ses. Springer Science &
Business Media, 2013.
12. Wallwork, Adrian. English for Writing Research: Writing Exercises . Springer Science &
Business Media, 2013.
13. Wallwork, Adrian. English for Presentations at International Conferences . Springer,
2016.
14. Wallwork, Ad rian. English for Writing Research Papers . Springer, 2016.
15. Wallwork, Adrian. English for Presentations at International Conferences . Springer,
2016.
Please Note: As per UGC norms each paper has been assigned one hour of tutorial per week and
this is reflected in the time table of the Department.
Syllabus Prepared by: Dr. Sachin Labade - Convener
Dr. Shivaji Sargar - Member
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University of Mumbai
Syllabus for M.A. Honours and M.A. Honours with Research in English
Part – II - Semester: IV
Course: Project / Dissertation
Paper: XVIII
(Choice Based Credit System with effect from the Academic Year 2017 -18)
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1. Syllabus as per Choice Based Credit System
i) Name of the Program : M.A Honours and M.A.
Honours with Research in English
ii) Course Code : PAENGHR405
iii) Course Title : Project / Dissertation
iv) Semester wise Course Contents : Enclosed the list of topics
vi) Credit Structure : 10 Credits for the project of M.A.
Honours in Engli sh
&
16 Credits for the dissertation of M.A.
Honours with Research in English
viii) No. of tutorials per week : 04
2. Scheme of Examination : Attached separately
3. Special notes, if any : No
4. Eligibility, if any : No
5. Fee Structure : As per University Structure
6. Special Ordinances / Resolutions if any: No
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Semester: IV – Paper XVIII
Title of the paper: Project / Dissertation - (10 Credits \ 16 Credits)
Topic for Project / Dissertation:
The students shall select any area related to Literary/Language Studies, Cultural studies, and
Film Studies. The following list is indicative of some of the possible areas:
Comparative Literature; Re -reading Canonical Texts; Language and Literature; Film S tudies, Art
and Literature; Popular Culture; Subaltern in Literature; Literature and Environment; Gender and
Literature; Literature of Diaspora; Queer and LGBT Studies; Folk Literature; Mythology,
Spirituality and Literature; Journalism and Literature; Mar ginality and Protest in Literature,
English Language Teaching, etc.
Scheme of Examination
Project
(for M.A. Honours in
English)
Paper -XVIII
A Research Project of
minimum 5000 words to be
evaluated by 02 internal
examiners 8 Credits
Viva -Voce to be conducted
by a panel of 02 internal
examiners 2 Credits
Total 10 Credits
Dissertation
(for M.A. Honours with
Research in English)
Paper -XVIII
A Dissertation of minimum
20000 -25000 words to be
evaluated by 01 internal and
01 external examiners 12 Credits
Viva -Voce to be conducted
by a panel of 02 internal and
01 external examiners 4 Credits
Total 16 Credits
Structure Designed by:
1. Dr. Shivaji Sargar
Professor and Head
Department of English
University of Mumbai