English Studies

G R A D U A T E D E G R E E P R O G R A M M E : E N G L I S H S T U D I E S
Introduction
1.1 General information on the programme
Graduate studies in English at the Faculty of Philosophy, Split University, have been
designed to educate and train professionals who will be concerned with English
linguistics, interdisciplinary discourse studies, literary stylistics, English language teaching
or translation. The need for such professionals of various specialisations has long been
present in the labour market and in all aspects of society.
In graduate studies the student, depending upon his or her area of specialization, acquires
general and specialised knowledge in the field of English studies. Successful completion
of the teacher education specialisation in graduate studies can lead to employment in
primary and secondary and foreign language schools. The need for English language
teachers is constant due to the widespread manifestation of an exceptionally keen interest
in English language learning and the large number of primary, secondary and foreign
language schools in the Split-Dalmatian county and neighbouring surroundings. This need
will be further increased with the introduction of English as a compulsory subject in the
first grade of primary school and the planned introduction of a second foreign language
from grade four of primary school onwards.
Successful completion of translator/interpreter education within these graduate studies
enables the Master of English Studies to translate and interpret in a variety of situations.
Due to contemporary trends and the EU integration process there is a growing need for
translators in the areas of foreign affairs, business, management and culture. Such
professionals will be especially sought after locally in the Split-Dalmatian County due to
the accelerated development of tourism in this region.
Successful completion of the single-major research MA programme Language and
Communication enables the Master of English Studies to enrol in doctoral studies and
provides the possibility of pursuing research in institutions dealing with the study of
English language and literature. All the courses are elective so that students can put
together a programme that suits their interests. The education of these students preparing
for further research is of great importance in the essential creation of a pool of qualified
future professionals for institutions of higher education and research.
Programmes of graduate English studies at the Faculty of Philosophy, Split University, are
based on related contemporary concepts. An interdisciplinary approach to the study of
language and literature and the introduction of a great number of new courses ensure an
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