Bachelor in English Language and Literature

English Language and Literature examines the development of English-language texts across periods and genres, alongside the structure and use of the language itself, combining literary analysis with linguistic study. Coursework typically covers British and American literature, literary theory, linguistics, academic writing, and translation, developing close reading and analytical writing skills. Graduates pursue careers in teaching, publishing, journalism, translation, content writing, and cultural or media organizations, or continue into graduate study in literature, linguistics, or education. This bachelor program is taught in English over 4 years at Doğuş University in İstanbul, Turkey. The program is delivered by a private university and situates literary study within a broader humanities curriculum, giving students strong command of academic English alongside critical thinking skills. Being based in İstanbul, students study in a city with a large publishing, media, and cultural sector that offers relevant internship and career opportunities for graduates of English-language humanities programs.