Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature
Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature: The Bachelor’s program in English Language and Literature offers a comprehensive curriculum comprising both mandatory and elective courses, encompassing a broad spectrum of disciplines including literature, linguistics, translation, and language pedagogy. The program requires the completion of 132 credit hours.
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Objectives :
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To integrate modern technology into the teaching and learning of English, enabling students to keep pace with contemporary challenges and effectively use emerging knowledge tools. |
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To enhance students’ skills and talents in knowledge creation, evaluation, analysis, and critical thinking. |
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To develop students’ linguistic competence in English and enable them to engage with and understand diverse global cultures. |
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To improve students’ communication skills and enable them to express themselves clearly, participate in discussions, and share their ideas with others. |
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To professionally prepare students by exposing them to best international practices in using English in various professional contexts, enabling successful integration into the labor market after graduation. |
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To qualify students to become active members of their communities by using English to conduct research and undertake projects addressing educational, academic, scientific, and social issues. |
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
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Knowledge
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PLO1 |
To acquire knowledge and skills related to the various branches of linguistics. |
| PLO2 |
To become familiar with the literary theories presented in literature courses. |
| PLO3 |
To understand modern approaches to research writing in the English language. |
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Skills
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PLO4 |
To apply linguistic knowledge effectively in social communication, demonstrating fluency in both formal and informal contexts across diverse real-life situations. |
| PLO5 |
To analyze literary texts in English critically and distinguish between different literary genres. |
| PLO6 |
To apply scientific research methods and information technology in writing research papers. |
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Competencies
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PLO7 |
To develop cultural awareness that enables students to respect cultural differences, appreciate diversity, and understand its impact on literary and intellectual production. |
| PLO8 |
To build the competencies required for the effective and natural use of English in the labor market as well as in various social contexts. |
| PLO9 |
To develop critical and analytical skills to enhance independent reasoning and analysis. |
Alignment between Program Objectives and Program Learning Outcomes
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Outcome |
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Knowledge
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PLO1
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To acquire knowledge and skills related to the various branches of linguistics.
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PLO2
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To identify and understand literary theories presented in literature courses.
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PLO3
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To use modern approaches and techniques in writing research in the English language.
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Skills
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PLO4
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To apply linguistic knowledge effectively in community communication, achieving fluency across diverse formal and informal contexts in various real-life situations.
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PLO5
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To critically analyze literary texts in English and distinguish between different literary genres.
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PLO6
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To employ scientific research methods and information technology effectively in the preparation of research papers.
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Competencies
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PLO7
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To develop cultural awareness and sensitivity that enables students to respect cultural differences, appreciate diversity, and understand its impact on literary and civilizational production.
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PLO8
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To develop the competencies required for natural use of language in the labor market as well as in various social contexts.
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PLO9
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Develop critical and analytical thinking skills to enhance students’ independence in thinking and analysis.
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Alignment between Courses and Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):
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PLO2 |
PLO3 |
PLO4 |
PLO5 |
PLO6 |
PLO7 |
PLO8 |
PLO9 |
| Reading and Vocabulary Building |
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| Oral Communication Skills (Conversation) |
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| Paragraph Writing |
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| Listening Comprehension |
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| Basic English Grammar |
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| Essay Writing |
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| Introduction to English Literature |
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| English Literature 1 |
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| English Literature 2 |
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| English Literature 3 |
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| American Literature |
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| Drama |
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| Shakespeare |
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| Novel |
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| Literary Criticism |
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| Introduction to English Linguistics |
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| Syntax |
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| English Phonetics |
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| Phonology |
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| Semantics and Pragmatics |
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| Morphology |
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| Sociolinguistics |
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| Translation 1 (English–Arabic) |
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| Research Writing in English |
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| Classical Literature |
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| Short Story |
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| World Literature |
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| Poetry |
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| History of the English Language |
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| Psycholinguistics |
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| Text Analysis |
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| History of the English Language |
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| Translation 2 (Arabic–English) |
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| Methods of Teaching English |
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| Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) |
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| Western Cultural Studies |
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Associate Diploma Degree in Translation
The Associate Diploma Degree in Translation program aims to prepare competent translators who possess advanced linguistic and cognitive skills, enabling them to perform both written and oral translation using traditional and modern methods. This includes the use of computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and contemporary electronic technologies. The program also seeks to empower students to apply their knowledge across various fields in line with scientific and professional developments in the field of translation.
Objectives
- To provide students with a broad knowledge in linguistic, literary, and translation-related fields.
- To develop the ability to translate texts from Arabic into English and vice versa.
- To enhance students’ abilities to use modern technologies and effectively apply them across all areas of specialization.
- To prepare competent translators capable of engaging in linguistic communication and translation using both traditional and contemporary approaches.
- To meet the needs of the Jordanian and Arab labor markets in light of the increasing demand for qualified professionals in translation.
- To promote respect for others’ opinions and foster acceptance of cultural differences.
- To contribute to community development.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) Matrix
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Knowledge Domain
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Knowledge
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Skills
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Competencies
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Language Skills
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To demonstrate knowledge of principles of oral, written, and advanced reading skills.
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To apply principles of advanced writing and reading in general translation.
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To effectively employs advanced writing and reading skills in general translation.
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Practical Translation
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To demonstrate the ability to perform interpreting and understand principles and specialized terminology in translation (e.g., legal, hospitality, tourism, economics, etc.).
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To apply translation theories in specialized interpreting contexts.
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To effectively employ translation skills and principles in specialized fields (e.g., legal and conference translation, technical translation, media and tourism translation, literary translation including short stories, and film/documentary translation).
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Linguistic Studies
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To demonstrate knowledge of grammar, applied syntax, and linguistics in both Arabic and English.
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To apply linguistic knowledge, including English grammar, applied syntax, advanced grammar, phonetics, and linguistics.
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Employ linguistic skills in English grammar, applied syntax, advanced grammar, phonetics, and linguistics in various specialized translation fields.
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