English Language and Culture Undergraduate Program
English Language and Culture Undergraduate Program Profile of Graduates
Students who have taken the English Language and Culture Undergraduate Program are well-equipped with the overall mastery of the English language, linguistics, literature, and culture. They also acquire a multicultural worldview that supports human values and Pancasila, and are flexible to the digital technology progress in the learning and research processes. Having this background, graduates are prepared to work in different areas such as education, research, tourism, mass media, foreign companies, embassies, and banking.
With an innovative curriculum that integrates language mastery, cultural understanding, and digital skills, USH prepares students to pursue careers at both national and international levels.
Why Choose the English Language & Culture Program at USH?
1. Comprehensive Mastery of the English Language
Students are guided to master English in linguistic, communicative, academic, and professional contexts. They don’t just learn the language—they also develop critical, analytical, and effective communication skills.
2. In-Depth Understanding of Global Cultures
At USH, students explore the cultures of English-speaking countries through literature, media studies, and cultural analysis. This broadens their global perspective and strengthens their adaptability in multicultural environments.
3. Digital-Based, International-Standard Curriculum
Learning is delivered through modern, technology-integrated approaches. Students are encouraged to produce creative works such as digital content, multimedia projects, and technology-supported research.
4. International Exposure Through Multicultural Collaboration
USH provides opportunities for students to participate in:
– Student exchange programs
– Joint research with international institutions
– Cross-cultural activities
– Global partnership programs
Students don’t just study—they experience a global atmosphere firsthand.
5. Multidimensional Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English Language & Culture Program at USH are prepared to become adaptive language professionals capable of working in:
– Education
– Tourism & hospitality
– Media & creative industries
– Digital marketing & content creation
– Multinational companies
– Diplomatic and international relations sectors
The English Literature concentration invites students to explore the richness of literary works from various periods and genres. Students analyze classic and contemporary texts, develop critical thinking skills, and understand how literature reflects social, cultural, and historical contexts. This concentration sharpens students’ interpretative abilities, creativity, and appreciation of storytelling across different media.
Key focus areas:
– British & American literature
– World literature in English
– Poetry, drama, and prose analysis
– Literary criticism & theory
– Creative writing
The English Culture concentration provides students with a deep understanding of the cultural dimensions of English-speaking societies. Students examine cultural practices, traditions, media, and global cultural trends, allowing them to interpret intercultural communication and modern societal issues. This concentration builds strong cultural literacy and global awareness.
Key focus areas:
– British & American cultural studies
– Media and popular culture
– Intercultural communication
– Globalization & cultural identity
– Contemporary cultural issues
The English Linguistics concentration focuses on the scientific study of the English language—its structure, use, and development. Students learn how language works, how meaning is formed, and how humans communicate. This concentration enhances analytical skills and prepares students for careers in language research, teaching, translation, and communication.
Key focus areas:
– Phonetics & phonology
– Syntax & morphology
– Semantics & pragmatics
– Sociolinguistics
– Applied linguistics
A Graduate profile is as follows :
The graduates are promoted in English with sound grammar, vocabulary, oral and written communication in a global setting. They know the English literature and the complexities of the native speaker culture, and can create written text (literary or scholarly) and analyze the written text critically, depending on their cultural background.
The graduates possess excellent linguistic theory and research methodology. They can develop and conduct case studies or research in the English language, literature, and culture, organize and analyze linguistic information systematically, and compose scientific papers to be published in the academic press.
Graduates are proficient in the creation of creative and informative content. They can write and revise a range of writings- academic, creative, and business- and put information across to the population in print and electronic media. Professional reporters or writers can be made out of these graduates as well, where the analysis of the sociocultural, linguistic, and literary phenomenon can be applied in their work.
Graduates may be employed as English teachers or trainers on different levels. They can plan, carry out, as well as assess the process of language learning through new means. Moreover, such graduates will be able to determine the needs of learners, offer instructional teaching resources based on technology, and create innovative content to facilitate a favorable transformation in societies.
Graduates get an entrepreneurial, innovative spirit in language. They may produce language products or services (e.g., publishing, translation, e-learning platforms) and spearhead creative linguistic projects. Such skills entail making use of social media and digital technology to increase the scope of their work and marketing plans.
Multicultural awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity are high among the graduates, as per the Pancasila values. They can easily cross cultures and adapt easily within the changing times. Such a dynamic response enables graduates to be up to date and innovative due to the global changes and the industrial revolution that is technology-driven.