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MA English

Duration

2 Years

Mode

Online

Learning Commitment

8-10 hours/week (Recommended Hours)

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Course Description

The M.A. English program at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, offered through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode, is designed for students who wish to explore literature, linguistics, and critical theory at an advanced level. This ma english distance education program helps learners develop analytical, interpretative, and research skills, preparing them for careers in academia, content writing, publishing, and media.

For those seeking flexible learning options, the ODL M.A. English program allows students to pursue their postgraduate studies remotely, while maintaining the same academic depth and rigour as a traditional classroom-based program.

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Course Eligibility

Candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Career Opportunities After MA English

An M.A. in English opens up a wide range of career opportunities, including:

  • Professor/Lecturer
  • Editor/Publisher
  • Content Writer
  • Journalist
  • Corporate Communication Specialist

Course Structure

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE
ODMAENG101 British Poetry
ODMAENG102 British Drama
ODMAENG103 British Prose
ODMAENG104 British Novel
COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE
ODMAENG201 Literary Criticism and Theory
ODMAENG202 Postcolonial Literatures
ODMAENG203 Linguistics and ELT
ODMAENG204 Literature and Environment
or
ODMAENG205 Popular Literature
ODPGID202 Yoga and Wellness
or
ODPGID203 Indian Philosophy
COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE
ODMAENG301 Contemporary Literary Theory
ODMAENG302 Indian English Literature
ODMAENG303 Literature of the Indian Diaspora
or
ODMAENG304 Literature of Precarity and Marginality
ODMAENG305 South Asian Literatures
or
ODMAENG306 Women’s Writings in English
ODMAENG307 RESEARCH PROJECT
COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE
ODMAENG401 Comparative Literature
ODMAENG402 American Literature
ODMAENG403 Post- 1980 Indian English Literature
Any one of the following
ODMAENG404 Modern Indian Literature in English Translation
ODMAENG405 Gender Studies
ODMAENG406 Cultural and Film Studies
ODMAENG407 RESEARCH PROJECT

Fee Structure

ODL MA English Semester I Semester II Semester III Semester IV
Registration / Application Fee (One Time) Rs. 500/- - - -
Exam Fee Rs. 1,500/- Rs. 1,500/- Rs. 1,500/- Rs. 1,500/-
Course Fee Rs. 4,500/- Rs. 4,500/- Rs. 4,500/- Rs. 4,500/-
Total Semester Fees Rs. 6,500/- Rs. 6,000/- Rs. 6,000/- Rs. 6,000/-
Total Fees Rs. 24,500/-

Admission Process

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Apply Online

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Submit Documents

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Application Review

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Fee Payment

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, the ODL M.A. English degree from a UGC-recognized university is valid for teaching roles, competitive exams, and government jobs, including eligibility for UGC-NET or SET if you meet other criteria.
No, the degree certificate awarded after completing the ma in english distance learning is equivalent to the regular mode, and typically does not specify the mode of delivery, making it valid for higher studies and employment.
Yes, the flexible structure of the ODL M.A. English or Online M.A. English program allows students to pursue the degree alongside a job, internship, or other personal commitments.
Definitely. The program helps build a strong command of language, comprehension, critical thinking, and essay writing, all of which are valuable for exams like UPSC, SSC, and state-level services.