Brief Overview

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - BA (Hons) - Literary and Cultural Studies

The BA in Literary and Cultural Studies expands the scope of a traditional literature programme to include all aspects of culture like films, digital media, and other historical and cultural artifacts. The unique orientation of the programme is its strong commitment to straddle the two cultures of humanities and science and technology to produce intellectuals who can critically engage with the technocratic society in which one is embedded. Trained in both traditional criticism and advanced methods like digital humanities, students will analyze a wide range of texts such as novels, films, television series, archival documents, advertisements, and so on, through various disciplinary approaches including philosophy, sociology, and literary studies, effectively ensuring the broadest possible exposure to all strands of humanities and social sciences. Apart from quality internships in various sectors, students will also gain immersive experience in editing campus magazines and newspapers, organizing film and literary festivals, running film clubs and debating societies, producing podcasts and YouTube channels, and improving pedagogy in school curriculums. The degree will ultimately equip students with invaluable skills in the art of interpretation, argument, writing, and rhetoric, making them prepared for intervening in fields as diverse as law, media, art, and politics.

Course Duration

Four Years (Eight Semesters)
PEO (Program Educational Objectives)
PSO (Program Specific Outcomes)
PO (Program Outcomes)
Curriculum Structure

Core
Semester-wise Syllabus
  • Popular Culture Industry
  • Postcolonial Studies
  • World Literature
  • Introduction to Digital Humanities
  • Digital Media Studies
  • Social Exclusion Studies
  • Science and Technology Studies
Electives
Semester-wise Syllabus
  • Semiotics
  • Gender Studies
  • Memory Studies
  • Popular Fiction
  • Poetry and the Question of Science
  • Science and the Literary Imagination
  • Environmental Humanities
  • Advanced Digital Humanities
  • Film Appreciation and Criticism
  • Law and Literature
Sed ut perspiciatis

Capstone Project

Dissertation
Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis
Dissertation
COURSE OF INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent Study

ACTIVITY POINTS

Activity Points

STUDENT
RECRUITER

My academic excellence and diploma medal earned through rigorous civil engineering projects in the department paved my path to becoming a top performer.

C Varshith Royal

Batch: 2021-25

C Varshith Royal

Strong fundamentals from department coursework gave me confidence to balance studies while building my successful business.

Kushal M Reddy

Batch: 2021-25

Kushal M Reddy

Outstanding project work and research aptitude in the civil department prepared me for master’s success at a foreign university.

Chirag B

Batch: 2018-22

Chirag B

Throughout my 4 years of engineering at ‘Alliance College of Engineering and Design’, I had countless opportunities to develop analytical skills, leadership and proactive thinking through various programs and events. These attributes were the key reasons because of which I was successfully placed at ‘ BYJUS-the learning app’, with a good package. Big thanks to all my faculty members and friends for this amazing journey at Alliance. My sincere appreciation & gratitude to the Career Advancement & Networking Department for their support and encouragement, this would not be possible without them.

Crisel Manisha D'Souza

Branch: Electronics and Communication / Batch: 2014-18

Crisel Manisha D'Souza

“Strong fundamentals from department coursework gave me confidence to balance studies while building my successful business.”

Kushal M Reddy

Batch: 2021-25

Kushal M Reddy

“Outstanding project work and research aptitude in the civil department prepared me for master’s success at a foreign university.”

Chirag B

Batch: 2018-22

Chirag B

“Practical training and innovation encouraged in department labs inspired me to launch my own engineering venture.”

Naveen E

Batch: 2018-22

Naveen E

My student life at Alliance University is one of the best time in my life and had its ups and downs. But overall I feel that studying at Alliance was a great learning experience every day that has helped me tackle professional problems with ease. The Career and Advancement Network office of Alliance University which has placed a number of students also laid a platform for me to get into Sunlux Technovations. I’m thankful for this opportunity for helping me through the process.

Suman M

Branch: Electronics and Communication / Batch: 2014-18

Suman M

It has been a great experience to be a part of Alliance University. It’s difficult to sum up the memories and experience of four years in few lines. There is something motivational and special in this environment and infrastructure which made us study and enjoy co-curricular activities. All the faculty and staff members are very helpful and they guided us all the time. Different events and sessions did boost my confidence to a great extent that I can experience at my workplace now. These four years have given me friends for life. It has been an unforgettable journey. I have spent my wonderful days of life in Alliance University. Thanks to all who have been a part of my life in encouraging me.

Shraddha Ravindra Parate

Branch: Aerospace / Batch: 2014-18

Shraddha Ravindra Parate

I chose Alliance University for my studies in bachelors. This university has provided me the platform to explore my abilities, skills and dynamic faculty members have helped me explore me a lot in my area of studies. International students and national students integration, multi-lingual friends, student-friendly environment is the plus point for the students to have a great time. I found the decision to study at Alliance was my best to upgrade my knowledge and skills. Excellent, experienced and approachable faculty members, friendly administration and extensive practical exposure is the asset of this University. Thank you Alliance for being a part of my life and for the wonderful experience for lifelong remembrance and good memories.

Shaik Mohammed Aftab Alam

Branch: Aerospace / Batch: 2014-18

Shaik Mohammed Aftab Alam
Hem Sevak
Hem Sevak
Shylendr R
Shylendr R
ALANA RAJ
ALANA RAJ
SASHMITHA S S
SASHMITHA S S
Shreya Goutham
Shreya Goutham
Bhoomika G S
Bhoomika G S
Anushree Chakraborty
Anushree Chakraborty
Annie Rajasekaran
Annie Rajasekaran
Harman Singh
Harman Singh
Jayananthini T
Jayananthini T

“My academic excellence and diploma medal earned through rigorous civil engineering projects in the department paved my path to becoming a top performer.”

C Varshith Royal

Batch: 2021-25

C Varshith Royal