UNISA English Studies Course Module 2025-2026
The English Studies program at UNISA offers a comprehensive curriculum across various NQF levels. Each module is designed to develop different aspects of English language and literature proficiency. Here’s a summary of the major modules:
NQF Level 5
ENG1501 – Foundations in English Literary Studies
Introduction to a diverse range of fictional narratives in English. Focus on developing reading and writing skills in academic English.
ENG1502 – Foundations in English Language Studies
Systematic description of the English language, introducing grammatical competences for analysis of authentic language data.
ENG1503 – Academic Language and Literacy in English
Development of critical reading and writing skills, with a focus on academic discourse and literacy.
ENG1511 – English Proficiency for University Studies
Improving linguistic competence and the ability to write critically and logically.
ENG1512 – English for Economic and Management Science
Applying language structures in the field of economic and management sciences.
ENG1513 – Foundations in English for University Study
Development of listening, reading, critical thinking, and writing skills.
ENG1514 – Applied English Language Foundation and Intermediate Phase First Additional Language
Focus on language analysis and literacy development for the Foundation and Intermediate Phases.
ENG1515 – Applied English Language for Foundation and Intermediate Phases – Home Language
Emphasis on language proficiency and literacy development in Home Language contexts.
ENG1516 – Applied English Literature Foundation Phase First Additional Language
Introduction to children’s literature in various genres for First Additional Language students.
ENG1517 – Applied English Literature Foundation Phase Home Language
Focus on children’s literature for Foundation Phase Home Language students.
ENN1504 – Practising Workplace English
Development of English proficiency for public and private sector work environments.
NQF Level 6
ENG2601 – Applied English Language Studies: Further Explorations
Advanced skills in applied English language studies.
ENG2602 – Genres in Literature and Language: Theory, Style and Poetics
Analyzing short passages in different genres with a focus on language usage.
ENG2603 – Colonial and Postcolonial African Literatures
Exploration of representations of race, class, gender, and identity in southern African literature.
ENG2604 – Creative Writing for Public Relations
Improving writing skills for public relations contexts.
ENG2611 – Applied English Language for Foundation and Intermediate Phase First Additional Language
Integrating language skills and literature for the Foundation and Intermediate Phases.
ENG2612 – Applied English Language for Foundation and Intermediate Phase Home Language
Focus on language use and variation in real-life contexts for Home Language students.
ENG2613 – Applied English Literature for Intermediate Phase First Additional Language
Study of children’s literature in various genres for Intermediate Phase students.
ENG2614 – Applied English Literature for Intermediate Phase Home Language
Children’s literature in prose, poetry, and drama for Intermediate Phase Home Language students.
NQF Level 7
ENG3701 – The History and Spread of English
Understanding the evolution and global spread of English.
ENG3702 – The English Language: Context and Purpose
Exploring English in various contexts like academic and professional.
ENG3703 – Theoretical Approaches to English Language and Literature
Integrating theoretical approaches into the study of English texts.
ENG3704 – Shakespeare’s Dramatic Art
Critical exploration of Shakespeare’s plays.
ENG3705 – Modern and Postmodern Literature in English
Study of literary creativity in the 20th and 21st centuries.
SDENG3J – FET Subject Didactics English
Theories of English teaching in multicultural and multilingual classrooms.
NQF Level 8
ENG4802 – Literature from Africa and the African Diaspora
Focus on African writers and those from the African diaspora.
ENG4803 – Gender and Sexuality in Literature
Advanced interpretation of literary texts in relation to gender and sexuality.
ENN4801 – The English Heritage
Overview of influential eras in English literary tradition.
ENN4804 – Intersections: Race, Class, Gender
Exploring the intersections of race, class, and gender in literature.
ENN4805 – A Research Paper
Independent research project within English Studies.
Each module is carefully designed to cater to different aspects of English Studies, aiming to build a comprehensive understanding of the language, its literature, and its applications. For more detailed information and to start the registration process
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