Virtual University BS English (Applied Linguistics)

The BS English (Applied Linguistics) program is a 4-year degree that emphasizes the practical application of language knowledge in various professional settings. It covers theories on how language works and its real-life impacts and incorporates fields from other disciplines. This program enhances students’ confidence in linking their applied linguistics knowledge with other fields for their career development.

The Applied Linguistics program covers key topics in second language teaching and current research in the field. It explores language use in diverse social settings, language variability, and proficiency’s impact on people’s lives. The program offers specializations in areas like language acquisition, linguistics theory, bilingualism, and literacy in classrooms. Students can apply their knowledge to community projects.

Program Objectives

The objective is to equip students with the ability to use relevant linguistic concepts and terms to accurately describe language.
The program seeks to develop reflective and critical thinking skills among language learners to help them understand the connections between language teaching and policies.
The program’s goal is to help students acquire a deeper understanding of language acquisition and development by exploring the social and psychological principles underlying it.
The program’s objective is to help learners understand the cultural and sociopolitical aspects of language to improve their social and communicative skills in the long term. This includes promoting lifelong learning by enhancing their awareness and understanding of language.
The program aims to equip students with up-to-date knowledge and skills in the field of pedagogy, enabling them to identify and utilize the most effective tools to advance their professional careers.
The program aims to provide students with an understanding of various language teaching methods. This understanding will enable them to reflect on and develop their approach to language learning and teaching while incorporating technological advancements effectively in their classroom practices.
The program aims to enhance students’ understanding of the standard procedures involved in designing and developing curricula and syllabi. This will equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to create effective language teaching materials that meet the needs of diverse learners.
The program aims to develop essential research and analytical skills in students who aspire to pursue a career in English language teaching.
The program offers aspiring and in-service language teachers the chance to develop a theoretical and practical understanding of English Language Teaching. Through this program, they can explore, understand, and research the problems related to ELT in Pakistan.

Admission Eligibility

12 years of Education, minimum 45% marks, FA/FSC/ICS/I.COM

The BS in Psychology program is only open to applicants who reside in Pakistan and is not available to international students. If accepted, any student wishing to move abroad must withdraw from the program
Candidates who have completed ‘A’ levels must provide an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of the Chairman in Islamabad from the link (http://www.ibcc.edu.pk/)

Course Exemption

Students who have already completed 14 years of education and those wishing to transfer their credit hours from other universities are eligible for course exemption.

Degree Duration

This program is a four-year full-time course, divided into eight semesters, each semester has at least 18 weeks for teaching and examinations.

Assessment of Study

Students’ academic progress is assessed continuously during the semester through assignments, online quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), midterm exams, and final exams. The midterm and final exams, which make up 80-85% of a course, are managed at the locations of the virtual university’s designated exam centers all over Pakistan as well as overseas.

Semester 1

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
ENG101	English Comprehension	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG501	History of English Language	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG502	Introduction to Linguistics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PSY101	Introduction to Psychology	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
SOC101	General Mathematics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PAK301	Pakistan Studies	Required	2 (Theory:2), Practical:0)
VU001	Introduction to e-Learning	Required	1 (Theory:1), Practical:0)

Semester 2

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
EDU403	Art, Crafts and Calligraphy	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG201	Business and Technical English Writing	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG503	Introduction to English Language Teaching	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG506	World Englishes	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PSY406	General Mathematics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PSY406	Educational Psychology	Required	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ETH202	Ethics (for Non-Muslims)	Elective	2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
ISL202	Islamic Studies	Elective	2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)

Semester 3

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
CS101	Introduction to Computing	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
EDU406	Critical Thinking and reflective Practice	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
EDU410	Teaching of Literacy Skills	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG301	Business Communication	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG504	Second Language Acquisition	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT502	Organizational Behaviour	Required	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Semester 4

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
EDU401	Contemporary Issues and Trends in Education	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
EDU516	Teaching of English	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG505	Language Learning Theories	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG522	Applied Linguistics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
EDU101	Foundations of Education	Elective	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
EDU505	Education Development in Pakistan	Elective	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT501	Human Resource Management	Elective	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC401	Cultural Anthropology	Elective	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Semester 5

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
ENG507	Phonetics and Phonology	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG508	Semantics and Pragmatics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG514	Teaching of Listening and Speaking Skills	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG515	Teaching of Reading and Writing Skills	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG523	Discourse Analysis	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG518	Research Methodology in ELT	Required	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Semester 6

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
EDU305	Classroom Management	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG509	Morphology and Syntax	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG511	Psycholinguistics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG516	Teaching Business Communication	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
EDU501	School, Community and Teacher	Elective	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MCM310	Journalistic Writing	Elective	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Semester 7

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
ENG510	Sociolinguistics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG512	Bilingualism	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG513	Language Teaching Methods	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG517	Computer Assisted Language Learning	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG525	Final Year Project 1	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)

Semester 8

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
ENG519	Curriculum Design	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG520	Testing and Assessment	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG524	Critical Discourse Analysis	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG526	Final Year Project II	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG529	Technology in Language Teaching	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)

Research Project

In the final semester of BS English (Applied Linguistics), students must complete a 3-credit hour research project on an approved topic. The project must be properly supervised, investigated, and formatted according to HEC recommendations for layout, referencing, and indexing. Students must submit a detailed write-up and may be required to give a presentation.

Award of Degree

In order to be awarded a Bachelor of BS English (Applied Linguistics), a student must complete at least 132 credit hours of coursework with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.0 out of 4.

Virtual University BS English Fee Structure

Degree Program	Admission Fee	Registration Fee	Security Fee	Admission Processing Fee	Semester Enrollment Fee	Per credit hour fee	Fee of Convocation	Fee payable at admission
BS	3,000	2,500	2,000	500	1,000	935	2,000	11,905

Semester Fee

Semester fee Approximately Rs. 17,000/-

Disclaimer

The courses are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date with those taught at top universities, taking into account the needs of local industry and the job market.
The University may alter its fee structure from time to time.