Research Department of English
Brief Profile
The Department of English was established in 1964, concurrent with the founding of the College. It was elevated to a first-grade department with the commencement of the B.A. in English Language and Literature in 1968. The postgraduate (PG) programme began in 1998, and the Department was upgraded to a Research Department in 2014.
Research Areas / Thrust Areas
The Research Department of English pursues advanced, interdisciplinary scholarship in:
Mission
To cultivate an inclusive intellectual environment that supports creative expression and rigorous analysis; to advance knowledge through ethical, interdisciplinary research and teaching; and to equip learners with strong language competencies, critical/creative skills, and social/ethical awareness for meaningful participation in society.
Vision
To be a leading centre of research excellence, cultivating rigorous literary and linguistic scholarship, imaginative and critical thinking, and socially engaged awareness through collaborative projects, doctoral training, and high-impact publications.
Objectives
To cultivate reflective and ethically aware researchers who demonstrate holistic growth—strengthened emotional intelligence, academic rigor, social responsibility, professional readiness, and a global outlook.
Major Achievements & Recognitions
Peer-reviewed outputs
Faculty have published in leading Humanities and Social Sciences journals and edited volumes indexed in UGC-CARE/Scopus/WoS.
International presence
Faculty and research scholars have presented papers abroad at reputed conferences and universities, contributing to global scholarly networks.
Research events
The Department regularly conducts international seminars, colloquia, and distinguished invited lectures, fostering advanced academic exchange.
Research infrastructure
Dedicated Research Room/Reading Space, access to digital databases, plagiarism-screening tools, and support for ORCID/Google Scholar profiles.
Collaborations & outreach
Active MoUs/partnerships with institutions and cultural bodies for joint workshops, publications, and outreach initiatives.
Contact Information
Dr. DEEPA THOMAS
Email: deepa.thomas@devamatha.ac.in
Mobile: 9496591745
Sr. Dr. FANCY PAUL
Email: srfancy.paul@devamatha.ac.in
Mobile: 9496271373