BA in English Language Studies

Program Specifications

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES PROGRAM

Global communication in the twenty-first century is made possible by the use of the language understood by all. That language is English, the medium used in the pursuit of knowledge, the advancement of science and technology, and the development of business and industry. It gives humankind access to the finite resources of the internet and thus enables countries to work together to achieve their common goals. New information and research findings are efficiently shared in this international lingua franca.

As an official language in the Philippines, English is used in government and law, education, media, business, and industry. As such, there is a demand for graduates who not only have adequate facility of English but can competently and effectively use the language in different contexts and for various purposes.

The courses in the program are designed to integrate theory and practice to prepare the students for effective communication in English in diverse contexts and situations.

VISION

To be globally recognized producer of well-balanced human resources for communications who are committed to be excellent in providing service to the community in diverse setting that preserve and promote human dignity.

MISSION

The approximate the attainment of the stated vision, we commit ourselves to:

1. provide excellent English language studies to students to make them globally competitive and adoptive to change;

2. develop among students the values of serving others through effective use of the English language;

3. engage in language research activities in collaboration with local, regional, national and international partners;

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Three to five years after graduation, the graduates of Bachelor of Arts in Communication program shall be able to:

1. manifest leadership in an organization, in a team or communities of practices, enabled by their established expertise in the field of study to effectively work with others and achieve the objective of the group for the common good.

2. practice global and ethical standards and consciousness of the environment and society anchored to the moral, ethical, Ignacian-Marian core values and principles using honest, tactful, and precise language and appropriate media to serve humanity and glorify God as the model Communicator.

3. manifest skills necessary for research along and across multi-disciplines to enhance one’s performance and productivity.

4. Engage in professional activities reflecting a profound faith in god, inspired by the spiritually of humble service and committed to a continuous search for excellence.

PROGRAM GRADUATE OUTCOMES

ELS1 Articulates a comprehensive and contextualized view of English language system and development that promote justice, peace, integrity, credibility, and responsibility for the glory of God, home, country, and the world. (CMO 24, s.2017; UIC ILO6)
ELS2 Communicates in English (both oral and written) fluently, accurately, and creatively in diverse social, cultural, academic, and professional settings in response to the changing landscapes in the academe and industry. (CMO 24, s.2017; UIC ILO3)
ELS3 Facilitates English language learning and use in diverse social, cultural, academic, and professional setting that promote justice, peace, integrity, credibility, and responsibility for the glory of God, home, country, and the world. (CMO 24, s.2017; UIC ILO7)
ELS4 Teaches English communication skills using knowledge of best practices using honest, tactful, and precise language and appropriate media to serve humanity and glorify God as the model Communicator. (CMO 24, s.2017; UIC ILO4)
ELS5 Enhances literacy development and critical/creative thinking among students through the use of different types of texts that promote justice, peace, integrity, credibility, and responsibility for the glory of God, home, country, and the world. (CMO 24, s.2017; UIC ILO7)
ELS6 Engages in English language research relevant to the school and workplace settings to enhance one’s performance and productivity. (CMO 24, s.2017; UIC ILO2)