On behalf of the University’s Vice Chancellor, the Dean – Faculty of Arts, the Head of Department, staff and students, I welcome you to one of the very nucleus departments in one of the fastest growing universities in terms of research, yearly admission request, quality of graduates and favourable reports from employers of labour, etc in and around Nigeria; DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH AND DRAMA, KADUNA STATE UNIVERSITY.
The Department of English and Drama is one of the few Undergraduate degree awarding Departments with which the University started in the year 2004.The academic staff strength from inception to date ranks among the best in any University in Nigeria and around the world as distinguished scholars made the list. And following the favourable NUC Accreditation in the year 2014, the Department started floating Postgraduate programmes in Master of Arts (MA English and MA Literature), and Postgraduate Diploma in English Studies. In the year 2020, we started doctorial degree programmes (Ph.D) in English and Literature.
The Department of English offers robust academic programs designed to meet the needs of students interested in language, literature, and cultural studies. These programs provide a strong foundation in English studies while encouraging intellectual exploration and creativity.
Our pursuit is to serve as intellectual factory where Language, Literature and Drama scholars are produced with sufficient knowledge to engage their contemporaries from any other climes on theoretical issues that border on their areas of specialization without feeling inadequate or inhibited.
Our vision is to groom students to become proficient users of English language with higher international intelligibility, and bank of human talents from the triad Units in the Department (English, Literature and Theatre) as feeders of the Nigerian economy space.
We engage our students in:
1. Training and researching
2. Quest for proficiency
3. Competence in communication (spoken and written media)
4. Informed literary minds
5. Aesthetic sensibility
6. Editorial requirements
7. Appreciating literary stimuli/events.
Research is at the heart of the Department of English, where faculty and students collaborate to explore topics that push the boundaries of literary and linguistic knowledge. Our research interests span a wide array of disciplines, including:
A recent departmental research project titled “The Role of Literature in Promoting Social Justice in Nigeria” examined how contemporary Nigerian authors address issues such as inequality, corruption, and identity. The findings highlighted the power of storytelling in fostering dialogue and driving societal change.
Our department’s research initiatives aim to contribute to global conversations on language and literature while addressing local concerns and opportunities.
The Department of English is a vibrant center for intellectual exchange and professional development, hosting a variety of events throughout the year, such as:
These events provide students and faculty with opportunities to showcase their work, learn from experts, and engage with literary and linguistic communities locally and globally.
Community engagement is a cornerstone of the Department of English’s mission. We actively contribute to cultural and educational initiatives, including:
Our goal is to extend the impact of English studies beyond the classroom, fostering a love for language and literature in the broader community.
Students in the Department of English are encouraged to engage in activities that complement their academic journey, such as:
Through these activities, students develop leadership skills, build professional networks, and gain valuable experiences that prepare them for future success.
The Department of English provides a detailed student handbook that serves as a comprehensive guide to our academic programs and departmental policies. Topics covered include:
For all inquiries, please contact the Head of Department.