BS English CLOs

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Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

1

Expository Writing

1. Identify rhetorical strategies, thesis statements, and modes of exposition in model essays. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Construct structured, thesis-driven essays utilizing logical reasoning and evidence. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
3. Critique arguments in complex texts for logical fallacies and organizational coherence. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Write clear, revised compositions that adhere to academic formatting and citation standards. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Produce independent synthesis reports based on multiple academic sources. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

2

Phonetics and Phonology

1. Define the mechanics of speech sound production, articulation, and phonemic rules. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Transcribe spoken English utterances using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Analyze phonetic patterns, syllable structures, and suprasegmental features in spoken language. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Explain accent variations and phonological processes clearly in oral and written modes. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Carry out phonological field recordings and analyses independently. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

3

Literary Forms and Terms

1. Define foundational literary terms, genres, devices, and formal characteristics across prose, poetry, and drama. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply key literary terms and structural concepts to the analysis of selected primary texts. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Analyze how specific literary forms and techniques shape textual meaning and reader response. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Present comparative analyses of different literary forms using formal critical terminology. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Conduct self-directed textual analyses applying newly acquired literary terms and concepts. (PLO 12 – Lifelong Learning and Intellectual Inquiry)

4

Introduction to Sociology

1. Explain major sociological concepts, perspectives, and approaches to understanding society. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze relationships among social institutions, culture, identity, inequality, and social change. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Apply sociological concepts to interpret contemporary social issues and everyday social practices. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)
4. Evaluate social phenomena using evidence and culturally responsive perspectives. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
5. Communicate sociological observations and arguments clearly and ethically. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

5

Islamic Studies / Ethics

1. Explain major concepts, principles, and ethical frameworks addressed in Islamic Studies or applied ethics. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze moral issues using relevant religious, philosophical, and ethical perspectives. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Evaluate ethical choices in personal, academic, professional, and social contexts. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
4. Communicate ethical positions respectfully while considering diverse beliefs and viewpoints. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
5. Demonstrate integrity, social responsibility, respect, and ethical reasoning in decision-making. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)

6

AI in English Studies

1. Explain foundational concepts of artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and language models relevant to literary and linguistic inquiry. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze how generative AI models process, generate, and transform literary texts, academic writing, and language structures. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Apply appropriate AI-assisted tools to perform digital text analysis, language processing, literature review support, or pedagogy design in English studies. (PLO 6 – Digital and Technological Competence)
4. Evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, stylistic nuances, algorithmic bias, plagiarism, and ethical implications in humanistic research. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
5. Design and present an independent, technology-informed research or application project investigating the impact of AI on English language or literature. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)

7

Understanding of Holy Quran – II / Introduction to World Religions – II

1. Explain selected advanced themes, concepts, and teachings from the Holy Quran or world religions. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Interpret selected texts or theological concepts in relation to social, moral, and contemporary contexts. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Analyze connections between religious teachings, ethical conduct, human dignity, and social responsibility. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
4. Engage in respectful academic discussion of religious ideas and diverse interpretations. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
5. Apply relevant teachings to promote ethical conduct, peaceful coexistence, and responsible citizenship. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)

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1

Functional Sindhi

1. Recognize basic Sindhi vocabulary, sentence structures, and functional grammar rules. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Construct everyday communicative scripts and short written texts in Sindhi. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
3. Compare cultural nuances and idiomatic expressions between Sindhi and English. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
4. Converse fluently in introductory conversational scenarios using standard Sindhi. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Complete independent language exercises to improve Sindhi productive skills. (PLO 12 – Lifelong Learning and Intellectual Inquiry)

2

Introduction to Morphology

1. Identify morphemes, word-formation rules, and morphological structures in English. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Morphologically parse complex words using tree diagrams and structural breakdowns. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Analyze morphological processes across different word classes and languages. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Discuss morphological theories and findings in well-structured academic reports. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Conduct morphological data extraction from real-world texts independently. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

3

Short Fictional Narratives

1. Define key narrative components such as plot, character development, perspective, and pacing. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply narrative theory to interpret themes and stylistic choices in short stories. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Critique short fictional texts for cultural, historical, and psychological subtexts. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Compose textual commentaries evaluating the artistic effectiveness of short narratives. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Produce an original short fictional piece or critical analysis independently. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)

4

Quantitative Reasoning – I (Mathematics)

1. Explain fundamental mathematical concepts, operations, and principles relevant to quantitative reasoning. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply mathematical reasoning to solve routine and contextualized quantitative problems. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)
3. Interpret numerical information, patterns, relationships, and representations accurately. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate the reasonableness of quantitative solutions using appropriate methods and evidence. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
5. Communicate mathematical reasoning and solutions clearly using appropriate terminology and representations. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

5

Introduction to Psychology

1. Explain foundational concepts, theories, and perspectives in psychology. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze basic psychological processes related to cognition, emotion, learning, motivation, personality, and behaviour. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Apply psychological concepts to everyday, educational, interpersonal, and social contexts. (PLO 10 – Professional Competence)
4. Evaluate psychological explanations and claims using evidence-based and ethical reasoning. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
5. Communicate psychological observations and interpretations clearly and responsibly. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

6

Language & Technology in Digital Age

1. Explain major concepts and developments in digital language technologies and technology-mediated communication. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze how digital platforms, algorithms, and emerging technologies influence language use, literacy, interaction, and identity. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Apply appropriate digital tools to investigate, represent, or communicate language-related information. (PLO 6 – Digital and Technological Competence)
4. Evaluate digital language practices and technologies in terms of accessibility, bias, privacy, ethics, and social impact. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
5. Design and communicate a small technology-informed language project demonstrating responsible digital practice. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)

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1

Introduction to Philosophy

1. Explain foundational philosophical concepts, questions, arguments, and major schools of thought. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze philosophical arguments by identifying assumptions, premises, evidence, and conclusions. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Evaluate competing philosophical positions using logical, ethical, and evidence-based reasoning. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Construct and communicate coherent philosophical arguments in oral and written forms. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Apply philosophical reasoning to contemporary ethical, social, and intellectual issues. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)

2

Introduction to Syntax

1. Explain foundational syntactic concepts, Phrase Structure rules, and X-bar theory. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Construct syntactic tree diagrams to map sentence structure and grammatical relations. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Analyze complex sentence structures to detect syntactic ambiguity and structural errors. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Articulate syntactic arguments using standard linguistic terminology and formal representations. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Perform independent syntactic parsing on unseen language datasets. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

3

Introduction to Semantics

1. Define semantic theories, sense relations, entailment, and lexical meaning frameworks. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply semantic analysis to map lexical relations, truth conditions, and proposition types. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Distinguish between semantic meaning and pragmatic context in sentence interpretation. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Present detailed explanations of semantic anomalies and structural ambiguity. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Execute mini-investigations into semantic fields and lexical change independently. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

4

Introduction to Environmental Sciences

1. Explain fundamental concepts, processes, and principles of environmental science and sustainability. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze interactions among human activities, ecosystems, natural resources, climate, and environmental change. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Interpret basic environmental data and evidence to identify causes, impacts, and possible responses to environmental problems. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate environmental challenges from scientific, social, ethical, and sustainability perspectives. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
5. Propose and communicate practical, responsible actions for environmental protection and sustainable development. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)

5

Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan

1. Explain the ideological foundations, constitutional development, and major principles of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze key constitutional provisions concerning state institutions, fundamental rights, citizenship, and governance. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Evaluate major constitutional and ideological issues in relation to democracy, equality, justice, and national integration. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
4. Discuss constitutional matters using evidence, appropriate terminology, and balanced reasoning. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Demonstrate awareness of constitutional responsibilities and the values of responsible citizenship. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)

6

Quantitative Reasoning-II (Statistics)

1. Explain fundamental statistical concepts, terminology, and methods used in academic and everyday contexts. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply appropriate descriptive and introductory inferential statistical techniques to relevant datasets. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)
3. Interpret tables, graphs, summary measures, and statistical results accurately. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate quantitative claims by considering evidence, variability, limitations, and appropriate statistical reasoning. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
5. Communicate statistical findings clearly using suitable numerical, graphical, and written representations. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

7

Entrepreneurship

1. Explain fundamental concepts, processes, and models of entrepreneurship and innovation. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Identify opportunities and assess basic market, customer, resource, and feasibility considerations. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)
3. Apply creative problem-solving and entrepreneurial thinking to develop practical ideas or solutions. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)
4. Prepare and communicate a basic entrepreneurial concept, value proposition, or business plan. (PLO 10 – Professional Competence)
5. Demonstrate ethical, socially responsible, and sustainable approaches to entrepreneurial activity. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)

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1

Discourse Analysis

1. Differentiate major models of discourse analysis, including pragmatic, structural, and critical frameworks. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply discourse analysis tools to investigate cohesive devices, speech acts, and turn-taking in texts. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Deconstruct texts critically to reveal power dynamics, ideologies, and underlying biases. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Write analytical papers demonstrating how language constructs social reality in various contexts. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Conduct an independent discourse analysis of an authentic spoken or written dataset. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

2

Sociolinguistics

1. Explain key sociolinguistic concepts including dialects, language variation, code-switching, and prestige. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze linguistic variations in relation to social class, gender, age, ethnicity, and geography. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Evaluate language attitudes, policies, and language shift within multilingual societies. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Present research findings on sociolinguistic phenomena using academic oral and written formats. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Execute an independent micro-study on sociolinguistic variation in local contexts. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

3

Psycholinguistics

1. Describe processes involved in human language acquisition, production, comprehension, and processing. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply psycholinguistic models to analyze real-time sentence processing, speech errors, and memory loads. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Critique major theories regarding the relationship between the human brain, mind, and language. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Communicate psycholinguistic theoretical models effectively through scientific write-ups. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Design and carry out a basic psycholinguistic observational task or experiment independently. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

4

Popular Fiction

1. Explain major characteristics, genres, historical developments, and cultural contexts of popular fiction. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply appropriate literary concepts and analytical approaches to selected works of popular fiction. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Analyze representations of identity, gender, class, culture, ideology, and social values in popular texts. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate popular fiction in relation to audience, cultural production, media, and contemporary society. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
5. Communicate independent critical interpretations of popular fiction through coherent oral and written arguments. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

5

Classical & Renaissance Drama

1. Explain major features, conventions, contexts, and developments of Classical and Renaissance drama. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze selected plays using appropriate dramatic, historical, and literary concepts. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Compare classical and Renaissance dramatic traditions, themes, forms, and theatrical practices. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate how dramatic texts engage with social, political, cultural, and ethical concerns. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
5. Present well-supported critical interpretations of selected plays in academic oral and written forms. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

6

Rise of Novel (18th-19th Century)

1. Explain the historical emergence and major characteristics of the English novel during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze selected novels in relation to narrative form, characterization, themes, genre, and historical context. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Compare changing representations of society, class, gender, morality, and modernity across selected novels. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate the relationship between the development of the novel and wider social, cultural, and intellectual changes. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
5. Construct and communicate evidence-based critical readings of nineteenth-century fiction. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

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1

Second Language Acquisition

1. Explain key theoretical models and factors influencing second language acquisition (SLA). (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply SLA theories to analyze learner language, interlanguage development, and error patterns. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Evaluate the impact of cognitive, affective, and social variables on second language learning efficiency. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Present evidence-based recommendations for SLA applications in educational contexts. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Conduct an independent case study on second language learner data. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

2

English Language Teaching

1. Summarize primary methods, approaches, and curriculum design models in English Language Teaching (ELT). (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply pedagogical theories to design structured lesson plans and teaching materials for English learners. (PLO 10 – Professional Competence)
3. Evaluate classroom techniques, assessment tools, and learner dynamics critically. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Deliver micro-teaching sessions effectively demonstrating learner-centered pedagogical techniques. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Develop an independent ELT material module targeted at specific language competencies. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)

3

Pragmatics & Intercultural Communication

1. Define foundational concepts in pragmatics, including implicature, politeness strategies, and speech act theory. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply pragmatic theories to analyze contextual meaning and intercultural communication breakdowns. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Critique how cultural assumptions shape communicative norms, politeness, and indirectness. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
4. Produce clear written and oral reflections evaluating intercultural interactions and pragmatic competence. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Investigate real-life cross-cultural discourse data independently using pragmatic analytical tools. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

4

Romantic and Victorian Poetry

1. Explain major characteristics, contexts, themes, and developments of Romantic and Victorian poetry. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze selected poems using appropriate poetic, historical, cultural, and theoretical concepts. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Compare Romantic and Victorian poetic responses to nature, society, industrialization, identity, and social change. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate how poets negotiate aesthetic, ethical, political, and cultural concerns in their works. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
5. Communicate coherent, evidence-based interpretations of selected poems in academic forms. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

5

Modern Drama

1. Explain major developments, movements, conventions, and contexts of modern drama. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze selected modern plays in terms of dramatic structure, characterization, language, performance, and themes. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Interpret dramatic representations of modernity, identity, conflict, alienation, and social change. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate selected plays through relevant literary, cultural, and theoretical perspectives. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
5. Present independent and well-supported critical interpretations of modern drama. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

6

Modern Novel

1. Explain major developments, forms, themes, and contexts associated with the modern novel. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze selected modern novels using appropriate narrative, stylistic, historical, and theoretical approaches. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Examine representations of identity, consciousness, society, conflict, and modernity in selected fiction. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Evaluate how modern novelists experiment with narrative form, perspective, language, and structure. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)
5. Communicate independent, evidence-based critical interpretations in academic oral and written forms. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)

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1

Internship

1. Apply relevant knowledge and skills from the BS English program in an authentic professional or community setting. (PLO 10 – Professional Competence)
2. Demonstrate effective oral, written, interpersonal, and professional communication in workplace or field contexts. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
3. Analyze workplace or field experiences to identify professional practices, challenges, and learning needs. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Demonstrate punctuality, responsibility, teamwork, ethical conduct, and respect for diverse professional environments. (PLO 11 – Collaboration and Leadership)
5. Prepare and present a reflective internship report documenting activities, learning, evidence, and professional development. (PLO 12 – Lifelong Learning and Intellectual Inquiry)

2

Research Methods

1. Define quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods paradigms in English language and literary research. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Draft research questions, hypotheses, and methodological frameworks tailored to English studies. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)
3. Evaluate primary and secondary sources critically to identify research gaps in literary or linguistic literature. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Write a formal research proposal adhering to academic writing standards and citation styles. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Execute an independent literature review and method design for a proposed study. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

3

Pakistani Literature in English

1. Trace the emergence, themes, and stylistic developments of Pakistani creative writing in English. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply postcolonial and indigenous frameworks to analyze Pakistani novels, poetry, and drama. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Deconstruct representations of history, identity, religion, politics, and gender in local texts. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Present clear argumentative analyses regarding cultural authenticity and hybridity in Pakistani English literature. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Formulate an independent critical paper on a selected Pakistani English text. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)

4

Literary Criticism and Theory

1. Outline major theoretical paradigms from classical poetics to contemporary literary theory. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Apply theoretical lenses (e.g., Marxism, Psychoanalysis, Structuralism, Postcolonialism) to read literary texts. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Critique the assumptions, strengths, and limitations of conflicting critical frameworks. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Communicate complex theoretical positions effectively through analytical essays and discussions. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Develop an independent theoretical critique of a chosen literary work. (PLO 12 – Lifelong Learning and Intellectual Inquiry)

5

Teaching English through Literature

1. Explain theoretical frameworks and pedagogical benefits of utilizing literary texts in ELT. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Design literature-based language lessons integrating prose, poetry, or drama to teach core language skills. (PLO 10 – Professional Competence)
3. Evaluate the suitability and difficulty of literary texts for diverse language learner proficiency levels. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Demonstrate literature-based teaching techniques effectively in classroom demonstrations. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Develop an independent instructional unit utilizing literary works for targeted language outcomes. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)

6

Pakistani English

1. Explain the historical, sociolinguistic, structural, and functional features of Pakistani English. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze Pakistani English data across spoken, written, academic, media, and digital contexts. (PLO 4 – Literary and Linguistic Interpretation)
3. Examine the relationship between Pakistani English, multilingualism, identity, language ideology, and national culture. (PLO 8 – Cultural Awareness and Diversity)
4. Evaluate debates concerning standards, variation, intelligibility, legitimacy, and language policy in Pakistani English. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
5. Conduct and communicate a small-scale analysis of Pakistani English using appropriate linguistic evidence and ethical practices. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

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1

Capstone Project

1. Formulate a focused research, analytical, creative, or applied project problem relevant to English studies. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)
2. Review and synthesize appropriate scholarly or professional sources to establish a sound conceptual and contextual basis. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Apply suitable research, analytical, creative, or project-development methods to address the identified problem. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)
4. Produce a coherent, evidence-based capstone product and communicate its process, findings, or outcomes effectively. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Demonstrate academic integrity, ethical practice, independent work, critical reflection, and professional presentation. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)

2

Language Testing and Assessment

1. Define concepts of testing validity, reliability, washback, and practical assessment design. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Construct language test items and assessment rubrics for listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. (PLO 10 – Professional Competence)
3. Analyze test results critically to measure test effectiveness and learner performance. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Present test specifications and assessment blueprints clearly in oral and written formats. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Design and validate an original language testing tool independently. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)

3

Corpus Linguistics

1. Explain principles of corpus design, concordance analysis, frequency lists, and collocation patterns. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Use software tools (e.g., AntConc, Sketch Engine) to query corpora and analyze authentic language usage. (PLO 6 – Digital and Technological Competence)
3. Interpret corpus data to identify linguistic patterns, register variations, and semantic prosody. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Communicate corpus-based research findings clearly using qualitative and quantitative data presentation. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Build and analyze a custom mini-corpus independently to address a specific linguistic question. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)

4

English for Specific Purposes

1. Explain principles of Needs Analysis, syllabus design, and genre analysis within English for Specific Purposes (ESP). (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Conduct a Needs Analysis to identify language requirements for specific academic or professional target fields. (PLO 5 – Research Skills)
3. Evaluate existing ESP course materials for relevance, authenticity, and target domain alignment. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
4. Present an ESP course design proposal effectively to stakeholders. (PLO 3 – Communication Skills)
5. Design a specialized, domain-specific ESP instructional module independently. (PLO 10 – Professional Competence)

5

AI in English Studies

1. Explain foundational concepts of artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and language models relevant to literary and linguistic inquiry. (PLO 1 – Disciplinary Knowledge)
2. Analyze how generative AI models process, generate, and transform literary texts, academic writing, and language structures. (PLO 2 – Critical Thinking and Analysis)
3. Apply appropriate AI-assisted tools to perform digital text analysis, language processing, literature review support, or pedagogy design in English studies. (PLO 6 – Digital and Technological Competence)
4. Evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, stylistic nuances, algorithmic bias, plagiarism, and ethical implications in humanistic research. (PLO 9 – Ethical and Social Responsibility)
5. Design and present an independent, technology-informed research or application project investigating the impact of AI on English language or literature. (PLO 7 – Creativity and Problem Solving)