Completed Class 12 / 10+2 or equivalent from any recognised board (Arts, Science, or Commerce) with a minimum of 45% marks. No specific stream restrictions.
The B.A. (Theatre Studies, English) programme allows you to explore theatre, performance, literature, language, and cultural studies through an interdisciplinary approach. You will engage with storytelling, dramatic expression, communication, and creative thinking through both textual analysis and hands-on performance practice. The programme helps you build artistic, analytical, and communication skills for careers in theatre, media, education, creative industries, and related fields.
Programme Overview
This programme introduces students to the world of theatre and English studies through drama, literature, performance, writing, and cultural analysis. Students engage with stagecraft, acting, voice, scripts, and literary texts while developing strong communication, interpretive, and creative skills. The programme is ideal for students interested in theatre, writing, media, teaching, performance, and cultural production, offering both academic depth and practical exposure.
Course Curriculum
01Popular Culture and Literature
02Personality and Individual Differences
03Economic Perspectives
04Understanding the Past
05Understanding Society
06Introduction to Media Information and Literacy
07Foreign Language (French / German / Spanish)
01Society, Culture and Change
02Understanding the Past
03Introduction to Performance Culture
04Critical Thinking
05Social Constructs of Gender
06Academic Writing for Beginners
01Discipline 1- Course 1
02Discipline 1- Course 2
03Discipline 1- Course 3
04Discipline 2- Course 1
05Discipline 2 Course 2
01Discipline 1 - Course 4
02Discipline 1 - Course 5
03Discipline 2 - Course 3
04Discipline 2 - Course 4
05Discipline 2 - Course 5
01Discipline 1 - Course 6
02Discipline 1 - Course 7
03Discipline 1 - Course 8
04Discipline 2 - Course 6
05Discipline 2 - Course 7
06Internship*
01Discipline 1 - Course 9
02Discipline 1 - Course 10
03Discipline 2 - Course 8
04Discipline 2 - Course 9
05Discipline 2 - Course 10
06Capstone Project
Programme Educational Objectives
PO1: Graduates will demonstrate strong critical thinking, analytical, and interpretive skills to examine texts, human behaviour, and social phenomena within appropriate cultural, historical, and theoretical frameworks.
PO2: Graduates will apply research methodologies, effective communication, and ethical reasoning in academic, professional, and societal contexts, supporting lifelong learning and responsible decision-making.
PO3: Graduates will integrate interdisciplinary perspectives from liberal arts and behavioural sciences to address complex human, organisational, and societal challenges.
PO4: Graduates will pursue higher education, research, and diverse career pathways as globally aware, socially responsible, and adaptable professionals committed to integrity and social impact.
Programme Outcomes (POs)
PO1: Disciplinary Knowledge: Apply foundational and advanced knowledge of liberal arts disciplines, including literature, psychology, social sciences, and related fields, to analyse human experience and societal structures.
PO2: Critical Thinking and Analysis: Critically evaluate texts, data, theories, and social phenomena using logical reasoning, evidence-based analysis, and contextual understanding.
PO3: Research Skills: Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative research using appropriate methodologies, tools, and ethical standards to generate and interpret knowledge.
PO4: Communication Skills: Communicate ideas, arguments, and research findings effectively through written, oral, and digital formats for academic, professional, and public audiences.
PO5: Ethical Reasoning and Social Responsibility: Ethical Reasoning and Social Responsibility: Demonstrate ethical reasoning, integrity, and social responsibility in academic inquiry, professional practice, and civic engagement.
PO6: Interdisciplinary Integration: Integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines to develop holistic approaches to complex human, cultural, and societal issues.
PO7: Global and Cultural Competence: Analyse global issues with sensitivity to cultural diversity, inclusivity, and cross-cultural perspectives in an interconnected world.
PO8: Lifelong Learning and Professional Development: Engage in independent learning, self-reflection, and skill enhancement to adapt to evolving academic, professional, and societal demands.
Programme Specific Outcomes
PO1: Integrate concepts, theories, and perspectives from the humanities and social sciences to interpret complex social, cultural, and institutional issues.
PO2: Analyse information, texts, and contexts using appropriate conceptual and methodological approaches.
PO3: Demonstrate interdisciplinary knowledge and transferable skills to address real- world challenges in professional and societal contexts.
The B.A. (Theatre Studies, English) is a three-year full-time undergraduate degree offered by Presidency University.
The programme combines core theatre studies disciplines, such as Introduction to Theatre and Performance, History of Theatre, Acting Techniques, Script Writing and Stagecraft, with English language and literature components, including Introduction to Literary Studies, British Literature, European and Postcolonial Literatures and Literary Theory and Criticism.
Yes, this degree emphasises both practical theatre training and academic study. In addition to classroom learning, students engage in performance practice, direction and production techniques.
Applicants are typically required to have completed Class 12 (10 + 2) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board. Specific entry requirements, including any auditions or minimum mark criteria, are outlined by the university’s admissions office. (Not listed on the programme page.)
Graduates can explore careers in theatre and performance (acting, direction, production), arts and cultural management, dramaturgy, scriptwriting, media and communication roles, teaching, and creative writing. Combining theatre and English studies also supports pathways in content creation and literature-related professions.
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