Overview

The English Literature and Linguistics program at Qatar University develops students’ appreciation for the diversities of languages and cultures.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate the ability to read, communicate and write clearly in English.

Apply the skills of analyzing English language and culture to students’ own language and culture and those of others.

Relate the phenomena of language and literature to their social, cultural and psychological contexts.

Analyze critically literary genres within their historical, social, and intellectual contexts.

Demonstrate theoretical knowledge and competence in the use of practical methods in literature and linguistics.

Opportunities

Graduates with a major in English Literature and Linguistics will be qualified to work as English teachers, translators, and in the fields of communication and language industry. They could also work in mass media organizations: newspapers, radio and television.In addition, they could work in non-governmental organizations, the private sector, international aid and development agencies, community services, social organizations, and research organizations. They may also pursue graduate studies in linguistics or literature.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

History of the English Language

Professional Writing

Phonetics & Phonology

Syntax

Sociolinguistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-09 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-19 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Doha, Qatar

Disciplines

Literature Linguistics British Studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to the English Major is based on:

Completion of CAS Admission Requirements

Declared "General Arts"

IELTS score of 5.5

Pass an interview

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

33000 QAR / year

≈ 33000 QAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

33000 QAR / year

≈ 33000 QAR / year

Living costs

Doha

Qatar

4700 - 8800 QAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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