B.Sc. English Language and Literature
Program Profile
The BA in English Language provides students with strong foundations in:
- English grammar, linguistics, and language structure
- Literary analysis (poetry, drama, novel, criticism) Academic writing, translation, and research methods
- Oral communication and debate skills
- EFL teaching methodologies
The programme prepares graduates for teaching, translation, interpreting, cultural mediation, academic study, and communication-focused professions.
Occupational profiles of graduates
Graduates of the BA in English Language can work as:
- English Language Teachers (secondary & high school)
- Translators and Interpreters
- Administrative staff requiring high English proficiency
- Media and communication officers
- NGO and cultural program coordinators
- Research and academic assistants
They are also qualified to continue into postgraduate studies (MA Linguistics, MA TESOL, Literature).
Qualification awarded
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Language and Literature
Length of programme
4 years (8 semesters)
Number of credits
240 ECTS credits
Mode of Study
Full time on campus
Read more about the programme
Get detailed information about the programme requirements, courses, credits, and educational objectives as a PDF file.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Graduates will:
1. Demonstrate strong English language proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
2. Apply linguistic, literary, and pedagogical knowledge in academic and professional contexts.
3. Engage in teaching English as a foreign language at secondary level.
4. Conduct basic research in linguistics and literature.
5. Exhibit cultural awareness and critical thinking.
Program Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
- Understand foundational concepts in linguistics, literature, and language acquisition.
- Recognize major authors, genres, and literary movements.
- Understand theories of translation, syntax, semantics, and discourse.
Skills
- Use English effectively in academic and professional communication.
- Analyze literary and linguistic texts critically.
- Conduct research using proper academic standards.
- Translate texts accurately between English and Kurdish/Arabic.
Competencies
- Apply language teaching methods appropriately.
- Demonstrate cultural awareness, ethical responsibility, and teamwork.
- Engage in independent learning and professional development.
Programme structure diagram with credits
Yearly Timeline
Sept. 1, 2026
⚠️ First year students start around mid-October
⚠️ First year students start exams around 20 of January
July 1, 2027
Check out the full academic calendar on UoD's webstie.
Programme Coordinator
English Literature
English Language
College of Languages
University of Duhok
Apply to the Programme
Public undergraduate admissions in the KRG region are managed centrally by the Ministry of Higher Education through the online ZankoLine portal (regayzanko.com). After Grade 12 Baccalaureate results are released, high schools provide students with unique login credentials to rank their preferred universities and B.Sc. majors during a 10–14 day registration window. Final placement is automatically determined by the student's Grade 12 average, subject choices, and department capacity.