전주대학교

English Language and Literature

Overview

 The Department of English Language and Literature offers a comprehensive study of both the English language and the literature written in it. As a student of this department, you will gain a deep understanding of the structure, use, and acquisition of the English language, as well as the literary works produced in it.

 You will study the sounds, grammar, and meaning of language, as well as how language is used in different social and cultural contexts. You will also explore the cognitive processes involved in language acquisition and how language is processed in the brain. Plus, as an English Department student, you will analyze various literary genres, including poetry, drama, and prose, and explore their themes and techniques. You will develop critical thinking skills as you interpret and evaluate different literary works, and learn how to express your ideas effectively through writing and oral presentations. In addition to learning about the mechanics of language, English Language and Literature student also develop practical skills, such as critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and effective communication. These skills are highly valued in a variety of professions, including education, journalism, law, and business.

 Overall, our department will provide a unique opportunity to explore one of the most fundamental aspects of human experience, to develop critical thinking and communication skills, and to contribute to our understanding of the world around us.

Program Highlights

  • Developing a broad range of skills, including critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and effective communication.
  • Providing a rich and diverse program that combines the study of language and literature, providing students with a unique and invaluable educational experience.

Strengths of our department

  • Encouraging communication-oriented English education to give interest and confidence in speaking English.
  • Becoming a digital storytelling expert and English teacher who reinterprets and teaches English literature with a modern sense.
  • In addition to English classes using artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and augmented reality, Metaverse, a collection of cutting-edge technologies, is actively used for education.

About the Faculty

Faculty table
Shin, Dong-Jin Park, Chaeyoon

  • University College London, Speech, Hearing and Phonetic Sciences, Ph.D.
  • The University of Edinburgh, Applied Linguistics, MSc by Research
  • Hankook University of Foreign Studies, English Linguistics (Phonetics), M.A.
  • Hankook University of Foreign Studies, English Linguistics, B.A.

  • University of Illinois, English, Ph.D.
  • New York University, English, M.A.
  • Korea University, English Language and Literature, B.A.
Faculty table
Allison Bill

  • Saint Michael's College, M.A. TESOL
  • University of Ottawa, B.Ed., French Elementary Education
  • Trent University, B.A.(Hons.) French Language and Literature