What should someone who wants to become a lyricist do after getting a B.A. In English?

Having done B.A. In English and aim to be a lyricist. That's a unique choice ! If you want to have further studies and get trained by way of proper curriculum and research, per my opinion, M.A. In English [1] from LPU is the best bet. The curriculum and teaching pedagogy have everything that is must for getting the creative juices flow and flow in right direction. Some of the credits which will enhance directly your linguistic skills as well as creative writing are British Poetry : It traces the growth of British Poetry and major British poets. Course Outcomes: Through this course students should be able to analyze the various images and symbols used by the poets evaluate poetry as a mode of sublime expression and describe the various themes and issues depicted by the poets illustrate the logical development of thoughts of the poems History of English literature : Provides students the knowledge of British Literature. Course Outcomes: Through this course students should be able to locate various stages of development of English Literature from ancient time to the present age. Identify the socio-political and cultural changes that brought about changes in themes and style of the English writers. Appraise the impact of cultural changes on the growth of English Literature. Analyze how literature reflects the concerns and prejudices of its own time. Journalistic and creative writing :Imparts the practical knowledge of Journalism and creative writing. Course Outcomes: Through this course students should be able to describe the nuances of creative writing evaluate the basic writing techniques compose poetry, prose and journalistic articles trace the common components used for poetry and fiction restate the literary techniques used in writing drama and media SHAKESPEARE: Provides the knowledge of Shakespeare plays Course Outcomes: Through this course students should be able to define a variety of Shakespearean dramatic forms, including Shakespearean tragedy, history, and comedy plays describe Shakespeare's identity as well as provide an account of his life and the legacy of his work Identify, compare, and contrast the major dramas produced by William Shakespeare. Since yours is a clearly creative field; apart from the suitable syllabi, the right environment is also required for your creativity to blossom. LPU, with its vast, beautiful campus along with its unique multicultural diversity provides an ideal physical & intellectual backdrop. Hope this helps.

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