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BS English

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Affiliated with the University of Education, Lahore

BS English
Duration4 years
Semesters8
Credit hours119
EligibilityAnnual system: minimum 45% marks in FA/FSc, I.Com or equivalent and minimum 50% marks in English (Compulsory). Semester system: minimum 60% marks and 50% in English. A-Level: IBCC equivalence certificate, minimum 60% and at least grade B in O-Level English. Five bonus merit points for 50% or above in English Literature (elective).
Medium of instructionEnglish (with Urdu support in class)
IntakeFall · Spring
Degree awarded byUniversity of Education, Lahore
Fee per semesterTo be confirmed

Overview

BS English at Alipur College is the University of Education, Lahore’s four-year degree in English literature, linguistics and communication. The scheme of studies moves from foundation courses in reading, writing and grammar through the major periods of English literature, phonetics and morphology, discourse analysis, and research methods, ending with a research project.

The department also runs the college’s English Language Proficiency classes, so BS English students spend more time in structured English than any other programme on campus — the reason many go on to teach, write, or sit competitive examinations.

Students sit University of Education examinations each semester; the college follows up every result, transcript and degree until it is delivered.

Who this suits. Students who read, who want to teach or write, or who are preparing for careers where English is the working language.

Entry requirements

Annual system: minimum 45% marks in FA/FSc, I.Com or equivalent and minimum 50% marks in English (Compulsory). Semester system: minimum 60% marks and 50% in English. A-Level: IBCC equivalence certificate, minimum 60% and at least grade B in O-Level English. Five bonus merit points for 50% or above in English Literature (elective).

Source: University of Education, Lahore programme page — BS English · Updated 3 September 2026

Programme objectives

  • Display substantial proficiency in oral and written English.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the core linguistic and literary concepts and their applications.
  • Use critical concepts and terminology, in both literature and linguistics, with understanding.
  • Respond to and interpret a range of text types, analyse individual texts and compare them.
  • Appreciate the significance of social and historical context in analysing texts.
  • Trace the major traditions in research on selected themes and conduct a small-scale research study.
  • Enhance employability in media, communication, teaching, CSS and related fields.

Scheme of study

Course titles are shown in English, as they appear on the University transcript. Source: University of Education, Lahore — Scheme of Studies: BS English (2023) (Revised in 2025) Applicable on Fall 2025 and onwards · Updated 3 September 2026

Semester 1
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ISLA1111Islamic Studies/ Ethics2
HUMN1111What is Science?3
ENGL1114Functional English3
COMP1116Applications of Information & Communication Technologies3
MATH1126Exploring Quantitative Skills3
ENGL1112Introduction to Poetry and Drama3
Semester 2
CodeCourseCr. hrs
PAKS1119Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan2
ENGL1120Expository Writing3
MATH2118Tools for Quantitative Reasoning3
ENGL1113Introduction to Linguistics3
ENGL1117Introduction to Fiction and Non- Fiction Prose3
ENGL1118Phonetics and Phonology3
Semester 3
CodeCourseCr. hrs
POLS2112A Science of Society2
POLS2111Civics and Community Engagement2
URDU3134حکمت، حکایت اور رزمیہ ادب2
ENGL2112History of English Literature: Anglo Saxon-Augustan Age3
ENGL2113Lexical Studies3
ENGL2118History of English Literature: The Romantic Age- The Contemporary Age3
Semester 4
CodeCourseCr. hrs
BUSA1114Introduction to Entrepreneurship2
ENGL2119Morphology and Syntax (Basics3
ENGL3112English Poetry: 14th-17th Century3
ENGL3113Greek and Elizabethan Drama3
ENGL311419th Century English Novel3
ENGL3122Socio-Linguistics3
Semester 5
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ENGL3116Classical Drama3
Interdisciplinary / Allied I3
ENGL3120Literary Criticism3
ENGL3123English Poetry: 18th-19th Century3
ENGL5111Research Methods in Linguistics3
PAKS2114Pakistan Studies2
Semester 6
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ENGL3126Semantics and Pragmatics3
ENGL3127Psycho-Linguistics3
ENGL4111Twentieth Century English Novel3
ENGL4128American Literature3
Semester 7
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ENGL4130Applied Linguistics3
INTN1112Field Experience / Internship3
ENGL4112Shakespearean Studies3
ENGL4115South Asian Literature3
Semester 8
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ENGL3115Short Story3
ENGL4153Language and Gender3
ENGL4135Modern and Absurd Drama3
CAPS1111Capstone Project3

Career paths

  • School and college teaching
  • Media, journalism and content writing
  • Civil service (CSS / PMS) preparation
  • Translation, publishing and communications

Further study

  • MPhil English Literature or Linguistics

Facilities you will use

  • Library of about 10,000 volumes

Fees

Fee per semester Being confirmed with the college Requested 3 September 2026

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How to apply

  1. 01
    Enquire

    Message us on WhatsApp or visit the campus office, Monday to Saturday.

  2. 02
    Submit documents

    Bring the admission form with your result cards, CNIC or B-Form and photographs.

  3. 03
    Merit and interview

    Merit lists are displayed on campus and published on this site.

  4. 04
    Pay fee and enrol

    Deposit the fee at the college office or the named bank account and collect your roll number.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for BS English?
Intermediate (FA, FSc, ICS or I.Com) with at least 45% marks overall and 50% in English, as per University of Education rules. Candidates with 50% or more in English Literature (elective) at Intermediate receive five bonus merit points.
Is the programme in English only?
Classes and examinations are in English, with Urdu support in class in the first year. The college’s English Language Proficiency classes run alongside to build confidence.
What careers does it lead to?
School and college teaching, media and content writing, civil service preparation (CSS/PMS), translation and communications roles — and MPhil English for those who want to go further.

Next step

BS English

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