Online English Courses: Courses, Branches, Career, Syllabus, Salaries, Job Profiles

Updated on Aug 8, 2023 05:20 IST
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English courses are one of the most demanding online courses that teaches the students to enhance their English language skills, such as reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

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Online English Course Overview

What are English courses?

Students can pursue English courses at different levels like UG, PG, diploma, and certification. Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Master of Arts (MA) are the most popular UG and PG degrees pursued in this language.

Type of English Courses 

Candidates can see the table below for the types of English courses:

 Type of Courses in English

 

Graduate Level

·         BA (Hons) English

·         BA (Hons) English Literature

·         BA (Hons) Functional English

·         BA+MA English

·         BA+MA English Language

·         BA Communicative English

·         BA English with Journalism

·         BA English (Integrated)

 

Postgraduate Level

·         MA (English)

·         MA (English Language and Literature)

·         MA (English and Communicative Studies)

·         MA (Hons) English

·         MA English (Integrated)

·         M.Phil (English Literature)

 

Doctorate

·         PhD (English Literature)

·         PhD (English)

 

Diploma

·         Advance Diploma in Communicative English

·         Advance Diploma in Functional English

·         Diploma in Creative Writing

·         Advance Diploma in Translation Proficiency

·         Postgraduate Diploma in Business English

·         Advance Diploma in Communicative English

 

Certificate

·         Certificate courses in English Communication

·         Certificate courses in Functional English

·         Certified Course in Teaching of English

Branches of English

Some of the most common branches in English classes are:

  • General English
  • Business English
  • Academic English
  • English for certain Purposes (ESP)
  • Test Preparation
Basic Concepts of English
The basic concepts of Enlgish courses are:
  • Alphabets
  • Phonology and Phonetics
    Parts of Speech
  • Sentence Types
  • Idioms and Figurative Language
  • Tenses
  • Punctuation
  • Syntax

How has English evolved over time?

Candidates can below the evolution of English into several key periods:

  1. Old English (ca. 450-1150 AD)

  2. Middle English (ca. 1150-1500 AD)
  3. Early Modern English (ca. 1500-1700 AD)
  4. Modern English (ca. 1700-present)
  5. Global English (20th century-present)
  6. Digital Age Impact (late 20th century-present)

Career in English

English courses enable students to find employment in various sectors including media, journalism, marketing, and advertising.

After earning a UG or PG degree in English, students can find a job in either sector at pay ranging from INR 4 to 8 LPA.

Departments for English Number of Jobs (approx.) Salary Range (in INR)
Corporate Sector 890 INR 5-7 lakh
Foreign MNCs 230 INR 15-20 lakh
Language Tecaher 310 INR 6-7 lakh
Startups 115 INR 8-10 lakh

Source: Naukri.com

Online Courses in English

Name of Course

Course Provider Fees (in INR)

English for Written Communication

IIT Bombay ----

BA (Honours) English Language

The Open University 19 lakh

Introduction to Teaching English as a Second Language

Alison Free

Master English: Improve your speaking, listening, & writing

Udemy 449

Teaching English Language Learners (CTELL)

University of Colorado 28,500

Jobs in English Courses

Candidates can see the table below:

Job Profile

Salary (in INR)

Teacher

INR 4-5 lakh

Content Writer

INR 3-6 lakh

English Reader

INR 3-4 lakh

Professor

INR 5-6 lakh

Editor

INR 4-6 lakh

English Translator

INR 3-4 lakh

Journalist

INR 5-8 lakh

Major Areas of Recruitment for English Graduates

Candidates can see the table below:

Areas of Employment for English Graduates

Multinational Companies

BPOs

Schools/Colleges/Universities
Call Centers

Media Houses

Educational Trainers

Embassies

Entertainment Industry

Hotels

English Course Syllabus

Candidates can see the table below the main subjects incorporated in different English courses:

Semester Subjects
Semester-1
  • Computer Fundamentals
  • American Literature
  • English Poetry
  • Literature, Language and Media
Semester-2
  • English Poetry: The Pre-Romantic to the Victorian
  • Language Paper
  • Indian Writing in English
  • Cultural Education
Semester-3
  • Research & Criticism
  • Contemporary Fiction
  • Life Skills
  • American Literature
Semester-4
  • Indian Writing In English: Poetry
  • History of English
  • Environmental Studies
  • Canadian Literature
Semester-5
  • Spiritual Literature
  • Literary Criticism
  • Modern English Poetry
  • Elective
Semester-6
  • Literary Criticism: Introduction
  • European Fiction
  • English Fiction: Modern
  • Autobiography

Online English FAQs

Q. Which is one of the most commonly spoken languages in the world?

A. I think, English is the most common language around the globe. You'll find more than 110 countries speaking English, and it's actually a great medium to overcome the comm. barrier.  Honestly, it's easier to learn English than languages like Hindi, German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, etc.

Q. What is the importance of English in India?

English is much important today as most of the comany hire people who are god at it because these companies operate globally and most of the people world wide know english.

Q. Which are the popular courses in English?

A. Students can take admissions in undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses in English. They can also do Ph.D. in English for further specialisation. BA English is one the most popular course The objective of the three-year undergraduate BA English programme is to offer students a solid basis in the English language and all of its branches, including cultural studies, modern literature, rhetoric, etc. 

Q. Is MA (English) one of the most popular courses in English?

A. Sure MA in English is one of the most popular course in arts. It basically boosts the knowledge of the students and increases their personality. The focus of this course is mostly on literature. Students who graduate from MA English can work as content writers, editors, lecturers and teachers in both the public and private sectors.

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Q. What is the career scope for English graduates?

A. People with fluent English spoken and written skills can work in MNCs, Call centers, Hospitals, Banks, Schools, and Universities. English courses also allow Indian students to study abroad. While pursuing an MA in English overseas, students have access to the best resources, facilities, and curriculum.  After completing the graduate programme, candidates will also have the chance to find employment and receive lucrative compensation packages.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for admission to various English courses?

A. Students who have completed their 10+2 with minimum 45 % marks in English medium and a recognised board can apply to different courses in English programmes. The eligibility for admission to the MA English programme is having a minimum cumulative BA English of 45% to 50% or an equivalent degree from a recognised college or institute and passing scores on entrance exams. After passing these tests, candidates are invited to complete a written exam, take part in group discussions and conduct an individual interview.

Q. What is the fee structure of BA (English)?

A. Depending on the college, the cost of the BA English course may change. Because of its infrastructure and facilities, a government-based institute can charge less than a private institute. In a private institution, a BA English course typically costs between INR 10K and 3 LPA.

Table of contents
  • Popular Online English Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Online English Colleges in India
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Online English UG Courses
  • Popular Online English PG Courses
  • Popular Exams

Popular Online English Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Online English Colleges in India. Learn more about these Online English colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
35 Courses
432 - 18.5 K
8.4 LPA

#3 NIRF

22 Courses
55.95 K - 86.01 K
9.24 - 9.5 LPA

#1 NIRF

65 Courses
500 - 19.09 K
7 LPA

#2 NIRF

25 Courses
33.81 K - 50.45 K
5.4 LPA

#4 NIRF

22.2 K - 6.82 L
5.5 - 6.22 LPA

#8 NIRF

5.0
8 LPA

#5 NIRF

Popular Private Online English Colleges in India

75 K - 5.92 L
3.8

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33 Courses
93 K - 1.65 L
3 - 4 LPA
7 Courses
3.6 L
2.55 - 4 LPA
1.8 L - 10.65 L
4.35 - 5.5 LPA

#97 Outlook

Humanities & Social Sciences Applications open. Apply Now

1.07 L - 16 L
3.4

#81 India Today

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60 K - 1.11 L

Popular Online English UG Courses

Following are the most popular Online English UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Online English PG Courses

Following are the most popular Online English PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Online English. Students interested in pursuing a career on Online English, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

Important Exam Dates

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Mar ' 26

CUET 2026 Application Process

TENTATIVE
May ' 26 - Jun ' 26

CUET 2026 Exam

TENTATIVE
Mar ' 26

PUBDET 2026 Applications

TENTATIVE
Mar ' 26

SHIATS Entrance Exam Application Process

TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26

SHIATS Entrance Exam Application Correction Window

TENTATIVE
Jul ' 26

SHIATS Entrance Exam 2026 for UG, Diploma and Online Test

TENTATIVE
Jul ' 26

SHIATS Entrance Exam 2026 Merit- I Offline Counselling

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
08 Jun ' 25 - 09 Jun ' 25

MGU CAT 2025 Exam

25 Apr ' 25 - 02 Jun ' 25

MGU CAT 2025 Registration

Jan ' 20

Application process: Start Date

Jun '26

CPGET 2026 Notification

TENTATIVE

Jun '26

CPGET 2026 Registration

TENTATIVE

Mar '26

CUET 2026 Application Process

TENTATIVE

May '26 - Jun '26

CUET 2026 Exam

TENTATIVE

Nov '25

SAT Registration Deadline for November Test

TENTATIVE

Mar '26

PUBDET 2026 Applications

TENTATIVE

To Be Notified:

PUBDET 2026 2nd Round Seat Allotment

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes you can.For most of the courses youare elligible as 50/55/60 in the minimum requirement.

 

Most of the courses admission is direct and some may required score like CUET, CMAT, University entrance.

 

Also you can explore about -

  • CUET
  • CLAT
  • Teaching as a career 
  • B.ed after graduation

 

 

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Dinesh upadhyay

Scholar-Level 16

Answered 2 months ago

Yes you can you have a great opportunity in this field 

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Sayyad

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 2 months ago

The questions in the english section of RULET exam are asked from Tenses, Phrasal Verbs and idioms, etc. Aspirants can check the Shiksha portal for more details. The syllabus for this exam will be similar to other entrance exam. 

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Damini Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, almost every programme at the institute is taught in English. Besides, every programme has electives in addition to its core curriculum. To learn more, check the courses and fees panel of Eindhoven University of Technology at Shiksha.

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Akash Gaur

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Students need to submit an IELTS score as an English language score. Brunel Uni generally requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 and 7.0. This may vary for different programs. However if a student fails to meet requirement, university will offer him an English language course.

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PRIYANKA

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 English exam pattern for 2025 includes four main sections: Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Textbook. The exam is conducted for 3 hours with a total of 100 marks. The Reading section involves three unseen passages totaling 15 marks, while the Writing section covers es

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PRINCE MISHRA

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

In MET English section, students will be tested on their aptitude. In English section, students should prepare Grammar and Language Use, Vocabulary, Punctuation, and Reading Comprehension.

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Nidhi Chaudhary

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

As a final-year English Honours student, choosing between MBA from DU SOL with a job or MA English from DU regular depends on career goals. MBA from DU SOL allows flexibility, skill development, and corporate exposure while earning, but lacks strong placements. MA English at DU regular offers in-dep

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Vivek Kumar Yadav

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

BITSAT English section has to be attempted in the exam. Students should focus on Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension and Composition to prepare for the BITSAT English section. These topics will help them work on their basic knowledge and will be helpful in the examination.

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Neha Anand

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

Depends on what you're good at. In my opinion, translating the other language from your native language is easier because when you understand the meaning of the sentence, it gets easier to speak. But in the case of German, it has a more complicated grammatical structure than English, so it will be a

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Rashmi Srivastava

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

The University of Nottingham is among the top choices of international students in the UK. International students whose native language is not English are required to submit proof of English language test to the Nottingham University. The university accepts various English language tests such as TOE

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Rachit Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Applicants are required to demonstrate their English language proficiency to apply to the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Typically via tests like TOEFL or IELTS. Some schools under this university may also accept Duolingo or PTE.  

Mentioned below are the minimum English language proficiency re

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Mayank Katariya

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, the specific skills that are essential for Masters in Mass Communication are:

  • Strong Writing and Editing Skills

  • Verbal Communication

  • Critical Thinking

  • Creativity and Storytelling

  • Research Skills

  • Digital Literacy

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Media Law and Ethics

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Kanishk Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The English Language section will comprise only around 10 questions from the following topics-

  • Word Usage
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Critical Reasoning
  • Para Jumbles

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Damini Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10