M.A.English

Programme Overview

Designed to offer a comprehensive knowledge of English literature, language, and critical theory, the two-year postgraduate Master of Arts (M.A.) in English is Designed to equip students for advanced academic research, instruction, publishing, and a range of professional roles in media, communication, and cultural industries, the curriculum emphasises analytical and critical thinking skills.

Duration: 2 yrs. (4 Semesters)

A M.A. in English equips students with strong critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills. Through the study of literature, language, and theory, students develop cultural awareness, creativity, and empathy. The program fosters research proficiency and interpretive abilities while offering interdisciplinary exposure to fields like history, gender studies, and philosophy. It builds a solid foundation for higher studies, competitive exams, and versatile careers in teaching, writing, media, publishing, and civil services. Overall, it nurtures ethical thinking and a deeper understanding of society and the self.

Key Educational Benefit

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

41,000+

Alumni Imprints Globally

2800+

Published Research Papers

600+

MNC's & Indian Corporate Recruit

250+

Patents (Filed/Granted)

120+

Global Academic Collaborations

80+

Alumni & In-Campus Startups

60+

Countries with Footprints

60 LPA

Highest CTC Offered

Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

For 2-Year Programme:

  • Minimum 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in any stream at the Graduation level from a recognized university.
  • Must have passed English at the 10+2 level.

For 1-Year Programme:

  • Minimum 45% marks or equivalent CGPA in any stream of a 4-Year Bachelor Degree with Honours/Honours with Research in any discipline from a recognized university.
  • Must have passed English at the 10+2 level.

Admission Criteria

Merit preparation and shortlisting of candidates will be based on:

  • Score in MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test) or
  • Marks in the qualifying examination.

Nationality

  • Admissions are all inclusive; there are no nationality restrictions.

Selection Criteria

  • Selection is based on performance in the MRNAT or the qualifying examination.

Scholarship Programme - Utkarsh and Uttam

  • Scholarships are available and are awarded on a merit basis and/or based on MRNAT performance.

Programme Highlights

A Rich Literary Foundation:Explore a diverse range of literary texts—from classical epics to contemporary voices. Our curriculum covers British, American, Indian, and world literatures, encouraging a broad and inclusive understanding of the literary landscape.

Critical Thinking & Theory:Engage deeply with literary criticism and theory. Students are introduced to major schools of thought, including postcolonialism, feminism, structuralism, and eco-criticism, equipping them to read the world and texts with nuanced insight.

Writing & Communication Skills: Whether it's academic essays, creative writing, or public speaking, our program hones your ability to express yourself with clarity, creativity, and confidence—skills essential for every profession.

Interdisciplinary Approach: Connect literature with history, philosophy, gender studies, film, and popular culture. Our interdisciplinary focus enables students to think across boundaries and tackle complex issues.

Active Learning & Student-Led Events: From seminars and workshops to dramatized readings, discussion forums, and educational trips, students take the lead in bringing literature to life beyond the classroom.

Expert Faculty Guidance: Our passionate and experienced faculty are committed to mentoring students both academically and personally, fostering an environment of intellectual curiosity and growth.

Career Readiness: Graduates pursue diverse careers in writing, publishing, civil services, education, journalism, advertising, public relations, and more. Our program cultivates the analytical and communication skills employers seek.

Enriching Campus Culture: Be part of a vibrant academic community with active clubs, literary societies, and collaborations that nurture creative expression and dialogue.

Curriculum

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Internship & Placement Opportunities

Students enrolled in the M.A. English program have access to a variety of internship and placement options that assist to link their academic knowledge with practical experience. Notable companies and universities providing such chances are Aravalli School, Amity University, and Delhi Public School, where students can have practical knowledge in learning environments. Reflecting the adaptability of the degree in public sector employment, graduates have also landed jobs including Junior Survey Officer in the Government of India. Content and media management present also chances for students who have worked as freelancers for companies like Athena Ventures, so highlighting the several career paths open to M.A. English graduates.

Top Recruiters

  • Amazon Securities, Bangalore
  • Career Launcher, Sarita Vihar
  • Education Express
  • Fashion TV (School of Performing Art)
  • Manya – The Princeton Review
  • Wise Eagle
  • Chaitoast Web
  • Pie Rooms Pvt. Ltd.
  • Etaveli Group
  • Aravali International School
  • Azent Overseas
  • MREI Schools
  • DPS
  • Homerton Grammar School, 21A FBD
  • Saraswati Vidya Mandir, Sector-15, FBD

Why Pursue This Course?

Pursuing an M.A. English provides enhanced career prospects and equips students with advanced communication and analytical skills, fostering intellectual growth and a deeper cultural understanding. The programme is particularly valuable for those interested in fields such as writing, editing, translating, transcribing, publishing, and academia, where strong language proficiency and critical thinking are essential.

Fee Details for M.A.English

  • Course Level

    Course Fee (Annual): INR 1,47,000 US $ 1713

  • Duration

    Duration: 2 Years

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Modes of Payment

  • Online Payment: Via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI through the university's official payment portal.
  • Bank Transfer: NEFT/RTGS to the university’s designated bank account.
  • Demand Draft (DD): In favor of “Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies”, payable at Faridabad/New Delhi
  • Cash Payment: At the Accounts Office on campus (subject to limits as per government regulations).
  • Education Loan: Through tie-ups with banks like PNB, SBI, HDFC, and ICICI, offering easy financing options.

Residential Facilities & Transport

We at Manav Rachna offer generous residential facilities and convenient transportation services so that each student, including those studying Manav Rachna, gets to enjoy a safe, comfortable, and fulfilling campus life.

Residential Services

MREI provides on-campus and off-campus hostel facilities for boys and girls with various types of rooms. Students can choose single, double, and triple rooms as per their preference.

Key Points

Room Types: The hostels offer different types of rooms to suit different budgets and preferences:

  • Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms
  • Single-seater, two-seater, three-seater, and five-seater rooms
  • The rooms can be equipped with attached or common toilets as per the choice of room category.

Fee Structure: The hostel fee is to be paid on the basis of the room category chosen by the student and it can be paid through DD (Demand Draft) or in cash.

Additional Facilities:

  • Medical services and medical insurance to keep the students fit.
  • Library facilities for access to study materials and academic inputs.
  • Laundry facilities as included in the hostel fees, to ease the life of students.

Mess Plan

At Manav Rachna, we offer world-class sports facilities to keep our students fit and active. Our facilities comprise a range of outdoor and indoor games, including:

Sports

Mess plan also comes as part of hostel fee. Healthy food is served through the mess considering the multicultural requirements of different food habits for the students. By providing choices involving vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian options, healthy lifestyle is available for the students enabling them to pursue their studies focusing on programs with full seriousness.

  • Basketball, volleyball, cricket, soccer, chess, and carom among others.

Notable facilities include:

  • A 25m shooting range and a 10m air-conditioned indoor shooting range with Olympic-standard SIUS Ascor electronic targets.
  • Indoor badminton and table tennis stadia with synthetic courts in association with Yonex and Stag.
  • A Semi-Olympic pool for swimming and a Soccer Academy for students who have sporting interest and passion.
  • A Sports Fitness Centre to service psychological, physiotherapy, and other aspects of health for students.

The facilities enable students to pursue physical exercises that complement their academic development.

Laundry

Laundry facilities are available at an extra fee in the hostel fees. This saves students from worrying about laundry, so they can focus on their studies, and also allows their clothes to remain properly cleaned.

Parking

There is a vast parking space facility available for students who commute using their own means of transport. It is provided to cater to the requirements of students, so that their travel will be easy and hassle-free.

Transport

Our well-maintained transport facility offers a stress-free, secure, and safe journey for students from Delhi and Gurugram. The GPS-located, contemporary fleet of buses is operated by professionally trained personnel, with onboard support staff to assist students. Our emphasis is on reliability, safety, and convenience, ensuring unproblematic travel to and from the campus.

How to Apply for M.A.English

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

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Step 1 - Go to the Official Website

Log in to www.manavrachna.edu.in and click on the Admissions link.

Step 2 - Complete the Online Application Form

Click on "Apply Now," generate your login credentials, and fill out the form with your personal, educational, and contact information.

Step 3 - Upload Mandatory Documents

  • Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents, such as:
  • Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
  • Aadhaar card
  • Passport-size photos

Step 4 - Pay the Application Fee

Fill in the application by paying online using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.

Step 5 - Appear for MRNAT or Submit JEE Score

Get qualified through MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test) or produce a valid JEE Main score for merit-based admission.

PO's and PSO's

Program Outcomes (PO's)

PO1

Critical Thinking:

Take informed actions after identifying the assumptions that frame our thinking and actions, checking out the degree to which these assumptions are accurate and valid, and looking at our ideas and decisions (intellectual, organizational, and personal) from different perspectives.

PO2

Effective Communication:

Speak, read, write and listen clearly in person and through electronic media in English and in one Indian language, and make meaning of the world by connecting people, ideas, books, media and technology.

PO3

Social Interaction:

Elicit views of others, mediate disagreements and help reach conclusions in group settings.

PO4

Effective Citizenship:

Demonstrate empathetic social concern and equity centred national development, and the ability to act with an informed awareness of issues and participate in civic life through volunteering.

PO5

Ethics:

Recognize different value systems including your own, understand the moral dimensions of your decisions, and accept responsibility for them.

PO6

Environment and Sustainability:

Understand the issues of environmental contexts and sustainable development.

PO7

Self-directed and Life-long Learning:

Acquire the ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of socio-technological changes.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO's) 

Bestow on the students the insight into literary texts in their historical and cultural contexts.

Endow them with various literary tools and techniques to appreciate a literary work so as to get lessons/ morals as well as aesthetic pleasure out of it.

Infuse in them the ability to relate the literary text to contemporary socio-cultural milieu and come to a better understanding of socio-cultural issues by analysing and assessing them.

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