Online English Courses: Courses, Branches, Career, Syllabus, Salaries, Job Profiles
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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:
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Type of Courses in English |
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|---|---|
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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) |
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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
- 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:
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Old English (ca. 450-1150 AD)
- Middle English (ca. 1150-1500 AD)
- Early Modern English (ca. 1500-1700 AD)
- Modern English (ca. 1700-present)
- Global English (20th century-present)
- 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) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | ---- | |
| The Open University | 19 lakh | |
| Alison | Free | |
| Udemy | 449 | |
| University of Colorado | 28,500 |
Jobs in English Courses
Candidates can see the table below:
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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:
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Areas of Employment for English Graduates |
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|---|---|---|
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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:
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PG Courses
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Popular Exams
Important Exam Dates
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 14 Jul ' 26 - 15 Jul ' 26 | IPU BTech 2026 Counselling Registration and Choice Filling - Round 2 |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Jan ' 20 | Application process: Start Date |
| To Be Notified | URAT PG 2026 Course-Wise Answer Keys |
| To Be Notified | URAT PG 2026 Exam Dates |
22 Aug ' 26 | SAT India Exam (August) Attempt |
12 Sep ' 26 | SAT India Exam (September) Attempt |
2 Jul ' 26 | PUBDET 2026 2nd Merit List |
Jun '26 | PUBDET 2026 Results TENTATIVE |
17 Jul ' 26 | CPGET 2026 Preliminary Answer Key |
5 Jul ' 26 | CPGET 2026 Admit Card |
23 Jun ' 26 | CUET UG 2026 Result |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
Yes, candidate can consider MA English from Loreto College as it provides the course at decent fees. The fee structure comprise of admission fees (INR 5000), Migration fees (INR 200), tuition fees (INR 9000), and semester fees (INR 20,000). It is completely girls' college. Hence, its intention is to
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Answered a week ago
Candidate must cancel their admission within a month from the date of form filling. As per the official website, the refund of tuition fee may be allowed. Although the entire process is subject to the discretion of the college. Incomplete forms or forms without relevant information are also subject
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Answered 2 weeks ago
English Language tests are a part of entry requirement to get into University of Manchester's LLM Courses. Other than the Pearson Test of English, there are other English Tests that have been approved by University of Manchester like IELTS and TOEFL.
• IELTS - 7
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
English Language tests are a part of entry requirement to get into University of Manchester's LLM Courses. Other than the Pearson Test of English, there are other English Tests that have been approved by University of Manchester like IELTS and TOEFL.
• IELTS - 7
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
English Proficiency tests are one of the most important entry requirements for getting into Dublin Business School due to language barriers. There are many English Proficiency tests that are approved by the University. These are-
• IELTS - 6
• PTE - 52-57
• Duolingo - 105
• TOEFL - 76
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, as the 4th ranked university of India, according to NIRF 2025, the university is one of the top choices for any course including BA (H) English.
Further verified student reviews from Shiksha.com have praised the university's English Department and faculty team highlighting the strong qualificati
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 4 weeks ago
There are many English Proficiency tests that are accepted by Long Island University such as – IELTS (6.0), TOEFL (79), DET (105). For some courses students are also required to submit the standard test scores such as GRE/GMAT to fulfill the entry requirement of the University.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, BA in English course has been discontinued by Swami Vivekananda University Barrackpore for academic year 2026. Candidates can now only apply for either BA in Education or BA in Journalism and Mass Communication this year.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
IGNOU BA (Hons) English course fee is INR 15,900. It is the total fees for three-year UG course. The given fee is as per the official website or sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
For CMAT English preparation, candidates can refer to High School English Grammar by Wren and Martin and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis. These two will help in building grammar and vocabulary.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
For CMAT English preparation, candidates can refer to High School English Grammar by Wren and Martin and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis. These two will help in building grammar and vocabulary.
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