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B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology (BSAU), Chennai, offers the Bachelor of Arts [BA] (English) as a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme under its Department of English, established in 1984. The programme covers English literature, language, linguistics, creative writing, and cultural studies, with a total tuition fee of Rs 1,80,000 over 3 years and a one-time amenity fee of Rs 20,000. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is popular among students aspiring to careers in writing, journalism, content development, teaching, translation, and mass media. BSAU holds a prestigious MoU with Cambridge Assessment English, making it the first private university in South India to offer Business English Certificate (BEC) courses, adding significant value to the programme.

Admissions 2026 are currently open. Applications began in January 2026, and the last date to apply is expected by April 2026. Classes are expected to commence in July 2026.

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Department of English established in 1984 with over 40 years of academic excellence
MoU with Cambridge Assessment English (University of Cambridge) - first private university in South India to sign this MoU
Business English Certificate (BEC) courses offered as value-added programmes, globally recognized on par with IELTS and TOEFL
Dedicated language laboratories including an Audio Lab (30 seaters) and two Computerised Communication Skills Labs (36+36 systems)
Active literary society Crescent Literarian Hub for student engagement in literature and creative arts
Research programme (Ph.D.) offered in English Language Teaching with active research scholars
Students have won awards at national and international levels in literary and communication events

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18 May, 2026 BS Abdur Rahman University BA English Fee Structure 2026 is out. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.05 Lakhs.

01 Apr, 2026 BS Abdur Rahman University BA English Admission 2026 is open. Apply @crescent.education. Read more.

BSAU BA (English) Fees

The BA (English) programme at BSAU has a tuition fee of Rs 30,000 per semester, totalling Rs 1,80,000 over 6 semesters (3 years). A one-time Amenities and Service Fee of Rs 20,000 is payable at the time of admission, bringing the total academic cost to Rs 2,00,000. Hostel facility is optional and available at an additional charge.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (per semester)	Rs 30,000
Tuition Fee (6 semesters total)	Rs 1,80,000
Amenities and Service Fee (one-time)	Rs 20,000
Total Fees (Academic)	Rs 2,00,000
Hostel Fee - Non AC 4 Sharing (per year)	Rs 1,10,000 (optional)
Hostel Fee - AC 4 Sharing (per year)	Rs 1,50,000 (optional)
Hostel Fee - AC 3 Sharing (per year)	Rs 1,60,000 (optional)
Hostel Fee - AC 2 Sharing (per year)	Rs 1,70,000 (optional)

The Amenities and Service Fee of Rs 20,000 is a one-time payment made at the time of admission.
Hostel fee is optional and not included in the Total Fees above.
A one-time non-refundable amenity fee of Rs 5,000 is payable at the time of hostel admission.
AC hostel rooms are subject to availability.
Transport charges (optional) range from Rs 40,000 to Rs 50,000 per year depending on distance.
Fee structure shown is based on 2022-23 data; students are advised to confirm the latest fee structure from the official website at crescent.education.
Merit scholarships are available that can reduce the effective tuition fee (see Scholarships section).

BSAU BA (English) Admission 2026

Admissions to the BA (English) programme at BSAU for 2026 are currently open. Selection is merit-based, relying on Class 12 qualifying examination marks. Candidates must apply online through the official portal and submit required documents. Classes are expected to commence in July 2026.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start	January 2026
Last Date to Apply	April 2026 (Tentative)
Commencement of Classes	July 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
CUET UG 2026	Registration Start	January 3, 2026
CUET UG 2026	Registration End	February 26, 2026
CUET UG 2026	Admit Card	May 5, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026	Exam Date	May 11 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG 2026	Result	July 4, 2026 (Tentative)

Note: BSAU admits students to BA (English) primarily on the basis of Class 12 merit. CUET UG score may be considered but is not mandatory for this programme.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Pass in Higher Secondary Examination (Class 12) conducted by State or Central Board (CBSE/ISC) or equivalent in any stream with a minimum of 50% overall aggregate marks
Candidate's date of birth should fall on or after 1st July 2000 (date of birth between January 2004 and December 2009 as per 2026 norms)
No specific stream restriction; students from Science, Commerce, or Arts backgrounds are eligible

Admission Process

Visit the official website: crescent.education and register with a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill the online application form with personal and academic details
Upload required documents (Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, transfer certificate, passport-size photograph, ID proof)
Pay the application fee online
Submit the application and print the confirmation page
Shortlisted candidates will be informed for document verification and fee payment
Admission is confirmed upon payment of the first semester fee

BSAU BA (English) Scholarships 2026

BSAU offers merit-based scholarships for BA (English) students that can significantly reduce the tuition fee burden. The institution's own merit scholarship is directly applied to the tuition fee based on Class 12 performance. Government and national scholarships are also available for eligible students. These scholarships make the programme financially accessible to meritorious and economically weaker students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit
BSAU Merit Scholarship (90% and above in Class 12)	90% or above in Class 12	Rs 50,000 per year (tuition reduced to Rs 15,000/semester)
BSAU Merit Scholarship (80%-89.99% in Class 12)	80% to 89.99% in Class 12	Rs 25,000 per year (tuition reduced to Rs 17,500/semester)
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	85%+ in Class 12; family income below Rs 4 Lakhs	Partial fee waiver (amount varies)
Post Matric Scholarship (Government of India)	SC/ST/OBC students; income criteria apply	As per government norms
National Scholarship to Minority Communities	Minority community students; merit and income criteria	As per government norms
Alumni Scholarship	Underprivileged students; selected by alumni association	Partial fee support

BSAU merit scholarships are applied directly to the tuition fee and are renewed each year subject to academic performance.
Government scholarships must be applied for separately through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to change; confirm the latest details from the official website.

BSAU BA (English) FAQs

Ques. What career options are available after completing BA (English) from BSAU?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in professional writing, content development, journalism, mass media, translation, teaching English at school and college levels, aviation communication, publishing, and personality development training. The programme also prepares students for higher studies such as MA English, MBA, or competitive exams. The Cambridge BEC certification adds international recognition to the degree.

Ques. Does BSAU offer any internationally recognized English certification as part of the BA English programme?

Ans. Yes, BSAU has an MoU with Cambridge Assessment English (University of Cambridge) and offers Business English Certificate (BEC) courses at Preliminary and Vantage levels. These certifications are globally recognized and are on par with IELTS and TOEFL, significantly enhancing the employability of BA English graduates.

Ques. Is the BA English programme at BSAU the same as BA English (Hons.)?

Ans. The programme is offered as BA English (Hons.) under Regulations 2021. It is a full-time 3-year Honours programme covering English literature, language, linguistics, and creative writing. Students should confirm the current nomenclature and curriculum from the official website before applying.

Ques. What is the fee for BA English at BSAU after merit scholarship for a student with 90%+ in Class 12?

Ans. For a student scoring 90% or above in Class 12, the tuition fee is reduced by Rs 50,000 per year. The per-semester tuition becomes Rs 15,000 (from Rs 30,000). Over 6 semesters, the total tuition is Rs 90,000. Adding the one-time amenity fee of Rs 20,000, the effective total academic cost is Rs 1,10,000 for the full 3-year programme.

Ques. Does the Department of English at BSAU have research facilities?

Ans. Yes, the Department of English has been offering a Ph.D. programme since 2009 with specializations in English Language Teaching, Communication Skills Development, Technology Integrated Language Teaching, English Language Testing, and Linguistics. There are active research scholars and recognized research supervisors in the department.

Ques. Are there extracurricular activities for BA English students at BSAU?

Ans. Yes, the department has an active literary society called Crescent Literarian Hub which organizes events, competitions, and workshops. Students regularly participate in inter-collegiate literary events, theatre workshops, essay writing competitions, and national-level conferences. The department also publishes a literary magazine called English Mind exclusively for BA English students.

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