Language, Literature &
Life Skills
Department of English (General Foundation). Building academic communication and professional excellence through the FYUGP framework.
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Department of English (General Foundation)
The Department of English plays a foundational academic role under the Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) system. We offer General Foundation Courses in English to all undergraduate students across Science, Commerce & Management, and Humanities disciplines.
Our focus is on developing robust LSRW skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing), academic communication, and essential life skills as per the **CUFYUGP Regulations 2024 of the University of Calicut**.
Teaching Approach
Activity-based learning including group discussions, role plays, mock interviews, and content creation.
Core Skill Areas
Academic writing, research skills, communication for employability, and cultural awareness.
Integrated Role in FYUGP
The department contributes stream-specific syllabi tailored to student backgrounds through several course categories:
AEC
Ability Enhancement Courses
Focuses on communication and language proficiency across all semesters.
MDC
Multidisciplinary Course
Interdisciplinary learning, such as "Understanding Kerala," integrating context with language.
VAC
Value Added Courses
Framing values through literary and cultural narratives to promote social commitment.
SEC
Skill Enhancement Course
Targeting employability skills and real-world communication contexts.
Course Structure Highlights
AEC 1: English Language Skills
Focus: Basic communication + LSRW skills across all streams.
AEC 3: Advanced English Language Skills
Focus: Academic writing, professional communication, and critical thinking.
MDC & VAC: Framing Values
Focus: Understanding Kerala (Culture/Society) and Ethical Literary Narratives.
VAC & SEC: Contemporary Language Skills
Focus: Employability skills and framing perspectives through narratives.
Key Learning Outcomes
Effective and professional communication skills.
Critical thinking and in-depth analysis of texts.
Enhanced creativity and innovation skills.
Social awareness, ethics, and inclusivity.
Faculty Directory
Junaid KK
Abdul Samad KK
Sruthi M
Contact Details
Office (HoD)
97472 62271Syllabus & Documents
Download CUFYUGP 2024 Docs →