Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT) has provided excellent facilities for studying English Language and Literature in Department of English.

English is a language of communication all over the world and English literature has a very high position in world literature. The importance of English in Bangladesh is increasing day by day. Parents and guardians of students look for an English Department in a University with well-qualified and experienced teachers and a highly disciplined academic atmosphere. To cater to this need, BUBT offers B.A. (Hons.) program with courses in English Literature, Language, and Linguistics. This is a full time day program, consisting of 8 regular semesters. Students will be required to do 43 courses, including elective courses consisting of 123 credits, a thesis of 4 credits and viva voce examinations of 3 credits making a total of 130 credits during their four year studies.

Admission requirements for B.A (Hons) in English Program:

• GPA of at least 2.50 or 2nd Division in both the SSC and the HSC or equivalent examinations; or
• GPA of at least 2.00 either in the SSC or the HSC examination, but the total GPA in both the examinations combined must be at least 6.00; or
• 'O ' Level with at least 5 subjects and 'A' Level with at least 2 subjects. In these two examinations out of 7 (seven) subjects, a student must have passed 4 (four) subjects with at least B grade or GPA of 4.00 and in 3 (three) subjects with at least C grade or GPA of 3.5.
• North American High School Diploma or International Baccalaureate, or its equivalent.
• In case of sons/daughters of Freedom Fighters, a total GPA of at least 5.00 in both the SSC and the HSC Examinations. But the official proof of the Father /Mother as a Freedom Fighter must be submitted.

Admission Procedure for B.A (Hons) in English Program:

Admission form and prospectus are available in the admission office/ reception desk. After verification of the necessary documents, the applicants are allowed to deposit the admission fees and sign on the application form to complete the admission process.

The following documents are needed at the time of admission:

• Two passport size color photographs (studio lab print with white background for ID card purpose).
• Photocopies (one copy each) :
• Certificates and mark sheets of SSC/O-Level, HSC/A-Level, or other equivalent examination.
• SSC/O-Level registration card.
• Birth certificate/ national ID card of the candidate (one copy each).
• Original certificates, mark sheets/transcripts, SSC/O-Level registration card and birth certificate /national ID card must be produced for verification by the officer of BUBT in charge of admission.

Structure of the courses

Foundation Courses

Courses in Core Area

Elective Courses