Vision
To be an internationally recognized leader in the key areas of Applied Linguistics; teaching, and researching language in a complex and connected world. We produce graduates and linguists well versed in both theoretical knowledge and applied aspects of language studies, teaching, and research.
Mission
We aim to produce professionals in Applied Linguistics who can meet local and international needs. To equip students with a critical understanding of Applied Linguistic; issues in local and international contexts and to prepare them for advanced research. Training undergraduate and graduate students, who go on to use their knowledge of and proficiency in Applied Linguistics in diverse patterns of academia.
Overview
This four-year degree program offers an inclusive range of major courses related to the field of contemporary research trend in Applied Linguistics and modern pedagogy. BS Honors in Applied Linguistics program envisages enhancing students’ understanding of current issues in the field of Applied Linguistics. Subject areas in this degree program complements a wide range of subject including Historical Linguistics, Phonetics, Phonology, Syntax, Discourse Analysis, Psycholinguistics, Semantics, Pragmatics, Computational Linguistics, Integrated Language Skills, Natural Language Processing and Sociolinguistics.
Degree Requirements for BS Applied Linguistics 4 years program
To receive BS Applied Linguistics degree, a student must complete a total of 130 credit hours with a minimum CGPA of 2.50.
Road Map
Sr. No. | Course Type | Course Title | Cr. Hrs. |
Semester I | |||
1 | Major | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 |
2 | Major | History Of Language | 3 |
3 | Core | English – I | 3 |
4 | Core | Islamic Studies / Core Ethics | 2 |
5 | General | General – I | 3 |
6 | General | General – II | 3 |
Total | 17 | ||
Semester II | |||
1 | Major | Listening & Speaking Skills | 3 |
2 | Major | Reading & Writing Skills | 3 |
3 | Core | English – II | 3 |
4 | Core | Pakistan Studies | 2 |
5 | Core | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
6 | General | General – III | 3 |
Total | 17 | ||
Semester III | |||
1 | Major | Theoretical Grammar | 3 |
2 | Major | Language Learning Principles | 3 |
3 | Core | English – III | 3 |
4 | General | General – IV | 3 |
5 | General | General – V | 3 |
6 | General | General – VI | 3 |
Total | 18 | ||
Semester IV | |||
1 | Major | Semantics | 3 |
2 | Major | Pragmatics | 3 |
3 | Major | Language & Society | 3 |
4 | Major | Language Through Literature | 3 |
5 | Major | Introduction to Syntax & Morphology | 3 |
6 | Core | Mathematics | 3 |
Total | 18 | ||
Semester V | |||
1 | Major | Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology | 3 |
2 | Major | Curriculum Design | 3 |
3 | Major | Applied Grammar | 3 |
4 | Major | English as an International Language | 3 |
5 | General | General – VII | 3 |
6 | General | General – VIII | 3 |
Total | 18 | ||
Semester VI | |||
1 | Major | Experiential Learning | 3 |
2 | Major | Theory of Automata | 3 |
3 | Major | Language Testing | 3 |
4 | Major | Discourse Analysis | 3 |
5 | Major | Literary Stylistics | 3 |
6 | General | General – IX | 3 |
Total | 18 | ||
Semester VII | |||
1 | Major | Speech & Language Processing | 3 |
2 | Major | ESP & Syllabus Design | 3 |
3 | Major | Managing Teaching & Learning Issues | 3 |
4 | General | General – X | 3 |
Total | 12 | ||
Semester VIII | |||
1 | Major | Research Methodology | 3 |
2 | Major | Data Analysis & Report Writing | 3 |
3 | Major | Research Report | 6 |
Total | 12 | ||
Core | 19 | ||
Major | 81 | ||
General | 30 | ||
Total Hrs | 130 |
Active Citizenship Program
Active Citizenship program offered by Kinnaird College in collaboration with British Council and HEC is a social leadership training program that promotes intercultural dialogue and community-led social development. It is a mandatory requirement for the completion of undergraduate degree and based on two semesters. All students will study the theoretical portion through different activities starting in their 3rd semester. They will plan their social action projects in 4th semester and implement it in the field.
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