Ph.D English Language and Literature

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Embark on an enriching intellectual journey with a Ph.D. in English Language and Literature. Our program invites passionate scholars to explore the rich tapestry of human expression through the lens of language and literature. Engage with renowned faculty in a dynamic academic environment, where you'll delve into critical inquiries ranging from literary theory and cultural studies to linguistics and creative writing. Through rigorous coursework and original research projects, you'll refine your analytical and scholarly skills, fostering a deep understanding of the historical, cultural, and linguistic nuances that shape literature. Join a vibrant community of like-minded individuals committed to pushing the boundaries of literary knowledge, and emerge as a versatile and impactful contributor to the ever-evolving world of English Language and Literature. This Ph.D. program is not just an academic pursuit; it's a transformative experience that empowers you to shape the narrative of human expression for generations to come.

 

Course Code

Course Title

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

 

 

1st Sem.

2nd Sem.

1st Sem.

2nd Sem.

1st Sem.

2nd Sem.

 

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

GEDS   901

Personal and Family Wholeness

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

GEDS   902

Advanced Statistics

 

2

 

 

 

 

GEDS 911

Research Proposal Writing

2

 

 

 

 

 

GEDS 912

Advanced Research Design

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

CORE COURSES

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGL 900

Biblical Principles in Language Studies

 

(3)

 

 

 

 

ENGL 913

Advanced Linguistic Theory and Present Day English

(3)

 

 

 

 

 

ENGL 981

Pidgins/Creoles and Decreolization in English Language

(3)

 

 

 

 

 

ENGL 984

Applied Linguistics in English

 

(3)

 

 

 

 

ENGL 985

Language Therapy and National Development

 

 

(3)

 

 

 

EGLT 900

Advanced Literary Studies in the Bible

 

(3)

 

 

 

 

EGLT 943

Regional Influences on African Literary Studies

 

 

(3)

 

 

 

EGLT 932

Literature and Philosophical Ideas

 

(3)

 

 

 

 

EGLT 951

World Literary Classics

(3)

 

 

 

 

 

EGLT 983

Methods and Techniques of Critical Discourse

(3)

 

 

 

 

 

ENGL/EGLT 905

SEMINAR I

 

 

4

 

 

 

ENGL/EGLT 906

SEMINAR  II

 

 

 

4

 

 

ENGL/EGLT 971

Research Proposal Writing in English Language and Literature

 

 

3

 

 

 

ENGL/EGLT 990

Thesis

 

 

4

4

4

4

 

ELECTIVES
Select at least two elective courses for 1st and 2nd Semesters of the First Year.

4

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TOTAL   58 Credits

14

14

14

8

4

4


 

ELECTIVE COURSES

 

 

Literature Specialization

ENGL/EGLT 937

Advanced Semiotics (2)

EGLT 911

Advanced Methods in Literary Text Analysis (2)

EGLT 922

African Oral Literature(2)

EGLT 941

Advanced Feminist Theories & Literary Analysis (2)

EGLT 907

Language and Literary Studies in Book Publishing  (2)

EGLT 931

Studies in Prose & Poetic Diction (2)

EGLT 942

Nigerian Feminist Writers (2)

EGLT 953

Literature and the Mass Media (2)

 

 

 

Language Specialization

ENGL/EGLT 937

Advanced Semiotics (2)

ENGL  901

Studies in English Phonetics and Phonology(2)

ENGL 911

Studies in the Grammar of English (2)

ENGL 912

Studies in Discourse Analysis (2)

ENGL 914

Studies in Semantics (2)

ENGL 921

Advanced Stylistics (2)

ENGL 922

Studies in Pragmatics (2)

ENGL 964

Advanced Sociolinguistics (2)

ENGL 983

Studies in Nigeria English (2)

ENGL 933

Text linguistics (2)

"English literature is a kind of training in social ethics. English trains you to handle a body of information in a way that is conducive to action."
~ Marilyn Butler

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Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission into the PhD in English degree programme are required to possess:

  1. An M.A. Degree in English Language or English literature with not less than 60% or its equivalent from Babcock University or other duly and accredited institutions. Applicants with less than 3.00 CGPA or its equivalent may be considered for the (Master of Philosophy) in English.
  2. Any other M.A. degree which will be evaluated to determine the level of courses to be taken as remedial in order to qualify for the PhD in English programme.
  3. An M.Phil in English Language or English Literature with a pass mark of 50%.  Such candidates will commence with the 2nd year of the PhD programme.

NOTE:

  1. Given the academic nature of this programme, no credit is given for professional expert.
  2. All categories of applicants may however be required to go through a postgraduate selection process.