Comprehensive NET English Literature (Offline) (6M) @Ernakulam
New Batch Starting on 23rd January 2025
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Location: Aluva, Ernakulam
Admissions open.
Admission
Two batches a year (January and July).
100% Tution fee will be refunded for JRF winners
New Batch Starting on 23rd January 2025
Location: Aluva, Ernakulam
Admissions open.
Duration
Jan-June (6 Months)
9.30 AM to 1.00 PM (Monday – Saturday)
July-Dec (6 Months)
9.30 AM to 1.00 PM (Monday – Saturday)
Engagement mode
Offline live sessions
Self-paced recorded sessions
WhatsApp & Telegram groups for discussions
Printed books and PDF notes
Highlights
NET English complete course
In-person lectures by Dr Kalyani Vallath
Weekly discussions and doubt-clearing
Exclusive, updated material
Includes books and lectures with lifetime accessibility
Rapid fire revision, quizzes & mock tests
Course completion certificate
About NET English Literature
NTA NET (also called UGC NET or NTA-UGC-NET) is the national examination for determining the eligibility for the post of assistant professor and/or Junior Research Fellowship award in Indian universities and colleges. People who come within the top 6 percentile in NET are declared eligible for Lectureship.
June 24 onwards, NET candidates will be declared eligible in 3 categories
Category 1– Eligible for admission to PhD with JRF and appointment as Assistant professor
Category 2– Eligible for admission to PhD without JRF and appointment as Assistant professor
Category 3– Eligible for PhD only
Program overview
This program offers thorough preparation for UGC NET English. It is for students who love English Literature and want to become scholars of literature. It is designed to give a thorough grounding in the subject that will equip you to excel in UGC NET English and similar exams in English literature and define a career in this field.
The program has been designed to cover every topic, in detail over a period of Six months. It ensures thorough understanding, for the exam and after. Students who are looking for an immersive experience will thrive in this course. It is rigorous and requires regular participation through self-reading, research and interactive quizzes in class.
The course covers every major era of English Literature in depth – from the Greco-Roman period to the contemporary period. This includes the major movements, authors, their works and writing styles of each era. The course also dives into the development of the English language, and the various socio-political influences from the time of Plato to postmodernism. The program includes literature from several countries such as America, India, Australia, Canada, Caribbean, Europe, Latin America, Africa and Ireland.
Course Structure
PAPER 2
MODULE 1
British Literature
25 sessions
MODULE 2
American Literature
9 sessions
MODULE 3
European Literature
6 sessions
MODULE 4
Postcolonial Literatures
6 sessions
MODULE 5
Literary Criticism
6 sessions
MODULE 6
Literary Theory
12 sessions
MODULE 7
Cultural Studies
3 sessions
MODULE 8
Indian Literature
8 sessions
MODULE 9
Linguistics
3 sessions
MODULE 10
Research Methods
1 sessions
MODULE 11
Reading Comprehension
self paced
Exam Practice
PAPER 1
MODULE 1
Teaching Aptitude
8 sessions
MODULE 2
Research Aptitude
7 sessions
MODULE 3
Reading Comprehension
self paced
MODULE 4
Communication
4 sessions
MODULE 5
Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
10 sessions
MODULE 6
Logical Reasoning
9 sessions
MODULE 7
Data Interpretation
6 sessions
MODULE 8
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
4 sessions
MODULE 9
People, Development and Environment
6 sessions
MODULE 10
Higher Education System
6 sessions
MODULE 11
Exam Practice
Materials provided
Encyclopedia of British Literature
(3 Volumes, 24 Chapters)
- Vol 1—Greco-Roman till 18th Century Literature
- Vol 2—19th Century British Literature
- Vol 3—20th Century British Literature till present
Encyclopedia of Literature of the Americas
(2 Volumes, 38 Chapters + 3 Reference Chapters)
- Vol 1—Early, Colonial and Post-independence American Literature till mid-20th Century
- Vol 2—Late 20th Century American Literature, Literatures of Canada, Latin America, Chicano and Caribbean Diasporic peoples, Reference Chapters
Encyclopedia of Indian Literature in English
(2 Volumes, 29 Chapters)
- Vol 1- From the British Raj to Post-Independence Poetry and Drama
- Vol 2- Post-War Period to the Present
Objective Questions Set
(8 Books with over 6000 questions)
- Each book contains previous questions and their answers along with explanations. Covers British, American, Commonwealth literatures, criticism and theory, and linguistics.
Easy Handbook on Cultural Studies
- Contains all major terms and concepts of cultural theories in simple and easy-to-refer format.
Easy Handbook on Linguistics
- Main terminologies and methodologies along with major linguists in a simple and easy-to-refer format.
Easy Handbook on Research Methods
- Covers various types of research, their methodologies and differences between them.
Reading Comprehension
- Offers 18 passages from poetry and 15 from prose along with comprehension questions for exam practice.
What About Theory
- A comprehensive book of 15 literary theories. It collates information from all major literary theory texts. Breaks down the world of stubborn theories into simple learning bytes.
Sanskrit Poetics in a Day
After Literature What?
Printed notes for reference on European literature, literatures of Africa, Caribbean, Australia and New Zealand, Latin America and Asia, Literary Criticism, Literary Theory and Cultural Studies.
Scholarship
2 Seats reserved for Disabled Candidates at 50% Fee
1 Seat reserved for Transgender Candidates at 50% Fee
Fee: Rs 50,000/-
Total Fee: 64,690/-
Includes: Tuition Fee Rs. 40,000/-, Activity & Workshop Fee Rs 2,000/- (GST@ 18 % Rs 7,560/-), Cost of Books & Materials Rs. 15,130/-
Total Discounted Fee Rs 50,000/-
Payable in three installments (T&C apply).
- Rs 10,000 at the time of admission
- Rs 20,000 on or before 20 January 2025
- Rs 20,000 on or before 15 March 2025
Confirm your seat by making the first installment payment
Total Fee without Books Rs 45,000/-
Offer valid till 15 January 2025
Who can Apply for the Program
Students who thrive at Vallath are passionate about English literature. They approach life with curiosity and a zeal to learn. They understand the importance of discipline and time management. They are in a position to set apart a minimum of 5-6 hours a day for learning.
- NET JRF English literature aspirants
- Postgraduate/ student* of a PG course (subject to the eligibility criteria as below)
- Masters with 55% marks (*according to criteria specified on the UGC-NET website) or undergraduate student with 4-year bachelor’s degree who aspire for a research/ teaching career in universities/ colleges/ other institutions in India.
- Aspirants of other English literature exams (such as SET, GATE etc.)
- Undergraduate students applying for MA entrance exams including CUET
- Assistant professors and teachers of English literature looking to update themselves
The Vallath Way
At Vallath, we offer training to help students excel in exams like NET. But we believe learning is more than just exam success. We believe literature can bring people together through improved communication and shared experiences.
Our courses blend literature with history, culture, arts, philosophy and other disciplines, igniting curiosity among learners. We prioritise motivation and self-confidence for research and independent learning, empowering our students for life. We take pride in achieving academic excellence while nurturing a love for literature and culture.
Testimonials
Careers
- NET English literature with JRF makes you eligible to teach English literature in colleges and universities across India and pursue a PhD with a stipend.
- The course equips you with the knowledge to apply and clear other English literature exams (such as SET, Lectureship exams, University Entrance exams, etc) as well.
- Interdisciplinary learning at Vallath provides the foundation for several hybrid careers such as Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Research-based careers, Media-based careers and more.
Still unsure?
Access our Intro to English Literature for just Rs 300.
Through this module, you will gain
A
Introduction to various authors and their literary works
B
Effective strategies to plan your study
C
Recommended books for preparation
*Available for a limited time only