English and Communication Studies
Department Mission and Vision
- The Department of English and Communication Studies offers an enriching and comprehensive study of English Language, Literature, Linguistics, Soft Skills and Communication Skills, and aims to provide students with an understanding of written and spoken word, as well as critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Established as the Department of Soft Skills in 2007 in the Faculty of Management Studies and later renamed as the Department of English and Communication Studies in 2016 in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the department offers students with opportunities and materials through which they can gain insights into Literature, Language, and Communications Skills and its impact on the society.
- Additionally, the department provides a learning platform with emphasis on teaching pedagogy, effective communication, writing proficiency, and a global perspective in preparing the students for diverse career paths.
- The department is guided by the principle of delivering all round development thorough sessions on Soft Skills and Communication Skills.
- The Vision of the department is to develop a broader appreciation of the human experience and the power of language and discourse.
- The department goes with the Mission of facilitating exposure to and transition amongst all aspects of English as a subject, namely, Literature, Language, Linguistics, Soft Skills and Communication Skills.
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Name of the Faculty Member |
Matthew Skhemlond |
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Campus (Tura/Shillong) |
Shillong |
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Designation |
Assistant Professor |
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Department |
English |
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Qualification/s |
Master of Arts (English) with NET |
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Discipline |
Humanities |
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3 years |
6 months |
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Poetry (From Geoffrey Chaucer to Thomas Gray) |
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Dystopian Narratives |
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Fiction |
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Participated in Theatre Appreciation Course organised by National School of Drama, New Delhi, in collaboration with Department of English, NEHU, Shillong. |
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Name of the Faculty Member |
Ms. Batriti Viola Dympep |
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Campus (Tura/Shillong) |
Shillong |
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Assistant Professor |
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Department |
English |
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Qualification/s |
M.A with UGC NET |
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Discipline |
Literature |
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Outside ICFAI University Meghalaya |
In ICFAI University Meghalaya |
5 months (Balawan College, Ri Bhoi) |
2 years |
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History of English Literature, Teaching English Literature, Children’s Literature, Poetry- Elizabethan to Post-Modern, Indian Literature in Translation, English Writings from North East India. Fiction: Romantic to Modern Age, and Indian Literature. |
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Name of the Faculty Member |
Dr. Hakani Sae Paia Laloo |
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Campus (Tura/Shillong) |
Shillong |
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Designation |
Assistant Professor |
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Department |
English and Communication Studies |
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Qualification/s |
MA(NET), M.Phil, Ph.D |
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Discipline |
Literature |
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Outside ICFAI University Meghalaya |
In ICFAI University Meghalaya |
3 years |
2 years |
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Courses Taught |
Translation Studies |
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Specializations |
Comparative Literature and Translation |
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Research Interests |
Comparative Literature, Translation Studies, Film Studies, Indigenous Studies. |
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Webinars Attended |
Attended the International Webinar on “Migration: The Politics of Exclusion” on 15th November 2022. |
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Name of the Faculty Member |
Dr. Bashisha Shabong |
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Campus (Tura/Shillong) |
Shillong Campus |
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Assistant Professor |
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Department |
English and Communication Studies |
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Qualification/s |
Ph.D |
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Discipline |
Linguistics |
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Academic Experience in Years |
Outside ICFAI University Meghalaya |
In ICFAI University Meghalaya |
11+ years |
7 months 13 days |
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Courses Taught |
English Language, Linguistics and soft skills |
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Specializations |
Phonetics and Phonology, Historical and Comparative Linguistics |
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Research Interests |
Language and Descriptive Grammar |
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Achievements |
Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship |
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Qualified MTET conducted by Directorate of Educational Research and Training, Meghalaya, Shillong on January 21, 2019 |
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Name of the Faculty Member |
Noksangmedangla Tzudir |
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Campus (Tura/Shillong) |
Shillong |
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Assistant Professor |
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Department |
English and Communication Studies |
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Qualification/s |
M.A. English (TESL), M.Phil |
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Discipline |
English Language Education |
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Outside ICFAI University Meghalaya |
In ICFAI University Meghalaya |
4 years |
5 years |
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Courses Taught |
Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching, Second Language Acquisition, Introduction to Language, Language and Communication, Teaching English Language, Language Theory, Teaching English to Young Learners, Materials and Syllabus Design, Soft Skills, English Language Skills, Business Communication, Research Methodology |
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Specializations |
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) |
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Research Interests |
English Language Education, Socioliguistics |
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“Exploring Strategy Awareness & Use in Young Learners: A Case of the Young Learners from Nagaland” published in English Language Education in India: Present and Beyond, Edited by Surajit Sen and Monidita Borah, Published by Upanayan Publications, Delhi (2021), ISBN: 978-81-949267-7-1), pp. 30-43 |
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Name of the Faculty Member |
Dr. Surajit Sen |
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Campus (Tura/Shillong) |
Shillong |
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Designation |
Associate Professor cum Controller of Examinations |
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Department |
English and Communication Studies |
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Qualification/s |
Ph.D., M.Phil., M.A., PGDTA, PGDBM, DCE, CES |
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Discipline |
English Language Education |
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Academic Experience in Years |
Outside ICFAI University Meghalaya |
In ICFAI University Meghalaya |
5 Years |
14 years and 7 months (as on July 2024) |
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Soft Skills, Business Communication, English Language Skills, Technical Report Writing, Second Language Acquisition, Research Methodology |
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Specializations |
Mass Communication, Creative Writing, English Language Teaching, Sociolinguistics, Diasporic Literature, American Literature, and Indian Writing in English |
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Research Interests |
English for Specific Purposes, English Language Education, Diasporic Literature, Postcolonial Literature, Language Decoloniality, Sociolinguistics, and Folklore with particular reference to North East India |
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The department offers Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs at present apart from teaching inter-departmental courses especially in Management and Science and Technology.
Admissions Requirements
Eligibility
- Undergraduate: Pass in Class XII (any discipline) Students awaiting results are also eligible to apply. Duration: 4 years
- Postgraduate: B.A. in English (Hons.) with an aggregate of 45% Duration: 2 years
The department has a Creative Club and a Wall Magazine that encourages students to showcase their creative side. The main aim of these activities is to nurture and guide budding artists so that they can become self-sufficient individuals and work as independent freelancers. The department also focuses on organising seminars and guest lectures to expose the students to various facets of knowledge and workings of the subject area. Additionally, the students are also being guided to write their dissertations, which will further foster their critical thinking and thought process enabling them to be acquainted with the research methodology in Doctoral Programs later on.
Students graduating from the department of English and Communication Studies have ample career opportunities such as the following:
Literature students develop strong skills in writing, analysis, critical thinking, and communication, which are valuable in many careers. Here are some potential career opportunities for literature students
- Editor or Publishing Professional
- Teacher or Professor
- Writer or Journalist
- Marketing or Communications Specialist
- Researcher or Academic
- Librarian
- Digital Content Creator
- Literary Agent or Manager
- Public Relations Specialist
- Social Media Manager
- Technical Writer
- Cultural Critic or Reviewer
- Digital Marketing Specialist
- Education Administrator
Language students develop strong skills in communication, writing, analysis, and cultural understanding, which are valuable in many careers. Here are some potential career opportunities for language students
- Translator or Interpreter
- Teacher or Professor of Language
- Writer or Journalist
- Editor or Publishing Professional
- Marketing or Communications Specialist
- Diplomat or Foreign Service Officer
- International Business Professional
- Travel Writer or Guide
- Language Consultant
- Speechwriter
- Content Writer
- Social Media Manager
- Digital Content Creator
- Language Teacher Abroad
- Cultural Advisor
- Public Relations Specialist
- Technical Writer
- Grant Writer
- Literary Agent or Manager
- Digital Marketing Specialist