Department of English

The Department of English and Tamil is one of the most vibrant departments of the College. The department has four fully qualified and dedicated faculty members. The department has a language laboratory catering to the communication skills of the students. Besides the academic programme, the department offers guidance to the students appearing for the BEC examination conducted by the Cambridge University, the IELTS and TOEFL exams that enable the students to pursue their Masters in foreign universities. Many in-house activities, like debating, essay writing, short story writing, Spell –Bee competitions and Poster designing competitions are conducted through "Communication Club”, a club under the aegis of the department of English. Moreover, for the benefit of the staff members in general and faculty of English in specific, various programmes are conducted.

Vision:

To empower students with strong communication, literary, and cultural competencies, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and ethical values to meet global challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.

Mission:

• To enhance students’ proficiency in English and Tamil language skills through innovative teaching and learning methodologies.
• To cultivate a love for literature, culture, and linguistic diversity, promoting analytical and creative expression.
• To provide training for global communication exams such as BEC, IELTS, and TOEFL, enabling students to pursue higher studies and international careers.
• To organize co-curricular and extracurricular activities like debates, essay writing, and creative competitions through the Communication Club, nurturing confidence and public speaking skills.
• To encourage continuous faculty development by conducting workshops, seminars, and training programmes that enrich teaching excellence and academic growth.