ENGLISH – ENG-Department1 – University of Buea

About ENG

The Department of English at the University of Buea is dedicated to providing a rich and engaging academic experience exploring the English language and its literatures. Our distinguished faculty members are passionate scholars committed to excellence in teaching and research across a diverse range of areas including linguistics, literary criticism, creative writing, rhetoric, and more.

Students in our programs benefit from small class sizes, individualized mentorship, and a curriculum that balances theoretical foundations with practical applications. We encourage our students to think critically, communicate effectively, and develop a deep appreciation for the nuances and power of the English language.

Whether your goals involve pursuing further graduate studies, teaching, publishing, or bringing your skills into professional and creative spheres, the Department of English equips you with the knowledge, abilities, and perspectives to thrive. Our graduates emerge as articulate and culturally-aware individuals poised to become leaders in their chosen paths.

Our Programs

Undergraduate

Graduate

Post-Graduate-Program

B.A. French

B.A. in Bilingual Letters

Francophone Literatures

M.A Bilingual Letters

M.A Francophone Literatures

M.A in Sciences du Langage et Literatures Francophone

M.A. Teaching of French as a Second Foreign Language

Ph.D French Language and Linguistics

Ph.D in Literatures in French

Professional Masters in Language and Communication

Career Opportunities

Job Market

This programs equips you with a diverse skill set that can be applied to various career paths like:

Teaching

Writing

Translation/Interpretation

Media/Publishing

The analytical, research, and superior communication skills gained through an English degree open doors to a diverse array of engaging career paths across industries and sectors. Graduates are well-prepared for any vocation that values strong language proficiency.

Entry requirements

Embarking in engineering Studies begins with meeting our admissions requirements. We seek passionate individuals committed to mastering engineering , understanding dynamics, and embracing cultural diversity. Below are the entry requirements for our program:

First Degree Courses

The GCE O/L, with passes in four approved subjects before sitting the GCE A/L

One of the following requirements in the GCE A/L

Two GCE/AL passes at the same sitting.
The BAC in the series is appropriate to the intended field for specialization.
The Senate considers candidates with other qualifications as the equivalent of these qualifications.

Individual departments may impose additional and specific requirements.

Students whose language of instruction was not English, will be required to pass a prescribed English Language test unless they have completed the Special Intensive English Language Course.

Applicants are informed that for Classical programs, the registration fee paid is as defined by the Ministry of Higher Education while for Professional programs an additional tuition fee as defined by the respective faculties may also apply.

Masters and PhD Courses

Hold a good Bachelor’s and or Masters’s degree in a relevant discipline.

Professionals in the field of English have the chance to contribute to cultural enrichment, develop insightful literary and linguistic works, and shape the future of how we communicate and understand the human experience through language and storytelling.

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