{"id":2987,"date":"2025-09-17T14:22:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T14:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sustainability.uoa.edu.iq\/?page_id=2987"},"modified":"2026-10-28T09:32:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T09:32:11","slug":"english-language-and-literature","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sustainability.uoa.edu.iq\/index.php\/english-language-and-literature\/","title":{"rendered":"English Language and Literature"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"ds-page ds-gen-page\"><header class=\"ds-hero\"><nav class=\"ds-crumbs\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sustainability.uoa.edu.iq\/\">Home<\/a><span class=\"sep\">\/<\/span><span>English Language and Literature<\/span><\/nav><h1>English Language and Literature<\/h1><\/header><div class=\"ds-prose\"><section id=\"objectives\"><h2 class=\"bar\">Objectives<\/h2><ul class=\"ds-list\"><li>Provide students with comprehensive knowledge of English language, linguistics, literature, and critical thinking skills.<\/li><li>Develop students\u2019 proficiency in speaking, writing, reading, and analytical abilities in English.<\/li><li>Foster appreciation and understanding of diverse literary traditions and cultural contexts.<\/li><li>Encourage research in language studies, translation, comparative literature, and interdisciplinary fields.<\/li><li>Equip graduates with the skills necessary for careers in education, media, translation, diplomacy, and international organizations.<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section id=\"vision\"><h2 class=\"bar\">Vision<\/h2><p>The English Language and Literature Department at the University of Al-Maarif aspires to be a <strong>leader in English studies and literary research in Iraq and the region<\/strong>, recognized for its academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and contributions to cross-cultural understanding.<\/p><\/section><section id=\"mission\"><h2 class=\"bar\">Mission<\/h2><p>The mission of the English Language and Literature Department is to <strong>educate and inspire students to master the English language and critically engage with its literature<\/strong>, fostering intercultural dialogue, intellectual growth, and lifelong learning. 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