The Master of Arts in English is an intense graduate course designed to expand students’ knowledge base of English language, literature, and criticism. This course offers advanced level analyses of English literature during various eras, besides having knowledge of poetry, prose, drama criticism, linguistics and communication. They acquire a capacity to reason independently and fluency in language to enable them to teach research, write and work in media and different sectors of the government and business.

In this program, students study English literature from the earlier period to the contemporary age, analyze language development and employ critical theories. Seminar, case study, research work and internships, all form a part of the curriculum and thus help students analyze and interpret language and literary works.

Students in the Master’s of Arts in English focus on:

• English Literature (Classical to Contemporary )  
• Poetry and Prose Analysis  
• Literary Theory: An Introduction  
• Linguistics  
• Comparative Literature  
• Media and Communication  
• English Grammar and Language Structure  
• Evolution of English: The Past and the Present  
• English Language Teaching (ELT)  
• English, American, and World Literature  
• Creative Writing  
• Editing and Proofreading  

The curriculum also enables the students to choose particular subfields of English literature and language for the strong footing for further learning or vocation that requires strong English skills.

Job Profiles and Salaries

Below are some job profiles with average salaries for MA (English) graduates:

• English Teacher  

Educates learners in educational institutions and develops syllabi and tests for the learners to enhance their English language proficiency in reading and writing and critical thinking.  

Salary: ₹ 3 – ₹ 6 lakhs per annum (Average)

• Translator (English)

 Literature translation of documents, books and media, of simple and complex concepts from English to other languages taking into consideration the endowment of different cultures as well as the ability to capture the whole content in the transmission.  

Salary: ₹ 3 – ₹ 7 lakhs per annum (Average)

• Copywriter (English)

Creates and re-writes English text for website, marketing and publications for the specific audience, and finding the original approach to make the content clear, to the point and persuasive.  

 Salary: ₹ 3 – ₹ 6 lakhs per annum (Average)

• Journalist  

 Writes and gathers stories in English about current events for newspapers, radio and television, and Internet sites, often attending events or interviewing people to relate to the audience.  

 Salary: ₹ 4 – ₹ 8 lakhs per annum (Average)

• English Language Expert 

 Offers language instruction and advice to corporate and academic clients, including language usage, understanding, and usage in a number of contexts.  

Salary: ₹4 – ₹9 lakhs per annum (Average)

• Editor/Proofreader (English) 

Corrects written material for grammar, readability, and tone, to ensure that publications, manuscripts, and articles are accurate, well written and of high standard.  

Salary: ₹ 3 – ₹ 7 lakhs per annum (Average)

• Media Practitioner  

Handling the public relations of organizations through English language media writing press releases, dealing with the media and arranging events to create a positive image for the organization.  

 Salary: ₹5- ₹9 lakhs per annum (Average)

• Research Associate (English)  

 Performs literature review in English Language, Language, or literature, and helps in data gathering and analysis for research projects to disseminate informative reports.  

 Salary: ₹ 3 – ₹ 6 lakhs per annum (Average)

After Master of Arts in English:

1. Master’s Degree in Related Fields

• Master of Library and Information Science  
• Master of Journalism and Mass Communication  
• Master of Education  

2. M.Phil in English

• M.Phil in English  
• M.Phil in Comparative Literature  

3. Ph.D. in Related Fields 

• Ph.D. in English  
• Ph.D. in Linguistics  

4. PG Diploma in Related Fields 

• PG Diploma in Translation Studies  
• PG Diploma in Mass Communication  
• PG Diploma in Journalism  

5. Certificate Courses 

• Certificate in Translation and Interpretation  
• Certificate in Creative Writing  
• Certificate in English Proofreading  

Top Hiring Companies

• Penguin Random House India  
• The Times Group  
• HarperCollins Publishers  
• Jawaharlal Nehru University  
• University of Delhi  
• Ministry of Information and Broadcasting  
• Ministry of Education  
• Ministry of Culture  
• Google India  
• Facebook India  
• Language Solutions  
• Oxford University Press  
• Cambridge University Press  
• National Book Trust  
• Indian Express  
• Hindustan Times  
• Navbharat Times
• NDTV
• India Today Group  

FAQs:

Q: What are the job profiles in the Master of Arts in English course?  

• English Teacher  
• Translator (English)  
• Content Writer (English)  
• Journalist  
• Public Relations Officer  
• Research Associate (English)  
• English Language Expert  
• Editor/Proofreader (English)  

Q: Are there any scopes for higher studies after completing the Master of Arts in English?  

A: Yes, students can pursue higher studies, including a Ph.D., M.Phil, or specialized PG-Diplomas in fields like Translation Studies, Mass Communication, or Journalism.