The English Department is one of the most important components of Prince Sattam University since it was established in 1431. Since then the department has been seeking to enhance the communicative and behavioral skills of students to assist them in thinking logically, reading critically, and communicating effectively.
We aim to generate graduates who can think clearly, speak fluently, write persuasively, critically evaluate both their own and others' ideas, and acquire new knowledge, graduates who are prepared to work and use their knowledge and abilities to serve the common good.
At the moment, we are not only running a Bachelor’s Degree program in English language & literature but also responding to the needs of the other University departments by fulfilling the needs of their affiliated programs, namely, the departments of Chemistry, Islamic Studies, Computer Sciences, Maths, and Arabic.
Our English Bachelor’s Degree program contains subjects related to English Literature, Linguistics, Teaching Methodology, Translation, Instructional Technology and Work Ethics. The program has been developed with an aim of preparing students to understand the imaginative constructs of literature as well as grasp the practical knowledge of language. Our Preparatory Year Program courses focus on the academic English skills students need to pursue their studies at the University level. Special emphasis is also laid on teaching advanced listening, speaking, writing and reading skills, as well as complex English grammatical forms and structures, and academic composition.
Vision:
To achieve leadership in the field of teaching, research and community services in English literature and linguistics field.
Mission:
To prepare outstanding and successful graduates in English language through an integrated education and training in English language and developing language, intellectual and research skills.
Objectives of the Department:
- To prepare outstanding specialist graduates in English language, literature and culture.
- To enhance communicative and academic interaction with a community-based environment.
- To improve the quality of English teaching and learning.
- To participate in the development of scientific research in English language and literature.
