Aims

• acquire advanced proficiency in written and spoken English,
• possess in-depth knowledge of the structural dynamics in the field of English linguistics,
• have knowledge about English novels and to be able to evaluate the characterizations, themes and plots in these novels from a broader perspective,
• are able to analyse rhyme schemes, quatrains and other forms of English poetry correctly,
• are able to categorize the works into genres and have knowledge about the elements of essay, biography, autobiography, memoir, letter, fairy tale, romanesque and legend in this kind of categorization,
• demonstrate a verbally critical approach to the visual structure of British theatre
• have in-depth knowledge of American literature, in addition to English literature
• have the competence to translate English texts into Turkish, or vice versa, with the awareness that languages have different dynamics from each other.

Objectives

• To provide an in-depth knowledge of the linguistic dynamics of the English language.
• To examine works in English literature.
• To develope a comprehensive and analytical thinking system, enabling individuals to develop interpretation skills.
• To effectively and accurately convey the usage of writing techniques intertwined with English literature.
• To embrace a historical and social awareness as to the periods in the history of English literature.
• To convey the principles of theories closely associated with literature in a correct and detailed manner, enabling individuals to analyze literary works within the context of literary criticism theory.