English Language and Literature 

Programme Outcomes

1. The student has the knowledge of the development and history of English Language and Literature from the beginning to the present.
2. The student is able to explain the basic contemporary theories and knowledge about Western literature, literary genres, concepts and terms.
3. The student has the basic knowledge and skills to conduct research and study in the field of Western Languages ​​and Literatures.
4. The student gains the ability to use English effectively and to express himself/herself.
5. The student is able to comprehend the importance of English language, English Literature and English culture among disciplines and apply the acquired knowledge in collaborations.
6. The student has general knowledge about English culture, and recognizes cultural elements.
7. The student is able to use and transfer English theoretically and practically with contemporary technique.
8. The student has critical, creative and analytical thinking skills.
9. The student is able to follow and interpret developments in science, technology and contemporary issues in English.
10. The student is able to collect information and data individually and/or by team work on issues related to English language, literature and culture by means of using current information technologies, research methods and techniques.
11. The student has professional and ethical responsibility.
12. The student has a developed sensitivity and aesthetics in the fields of language and literature.
13. The student is able to read, understand and analyse national and international publications in English.
14. The student is able to follow current environmental problems such as globalization, urbanization, climate change and pollution and to be sensitive to nature and animals.
15. The student adopts basic universal values, develops an attitude, He/she is respectful and open to communication and learning towards different religion, language, race, gender and social class groups.

Department-Specific Skill and Competences

1. To be able to understand and interpret the foreign language taught
2. To be able to express himself both written and orally in the foreign language taught
3. To do translation as professionals on both literary and technical areas in his own department
4. To have the ability of reading the articles published in their own language or in a second language and reviewing them
5. To be able to use the foreign language skills obtained for the benefit of society in all areas, and thus contribute to the fusion of cultures

General Competences

1. Basic information regarding language and literature
2. Basic information regarding foreign language teaching
3. Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams
4. The ability to convert knowledge into practice
5. Ability to implement solutions