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Department of English Literature and Translation Studies

BUKHARA STATE UNIVERSITY

Department of English Literary Studies and Translation Studies

The Department prepares qualified specialists in English literature, comparative linguistics, and translation theory and practice, while advancing academic research and international cooperation.

Established in 2020 Literary Studies Translation Studies International Cooperation
35
Teaching Staff
22
Staff Members with Academic Degrees
69%
Reported Academic Qualification Rate
63
Doctoral Researchers and Independent Researchers

About the Department

The Department of English Literary Studies and Translation Studies at Bukhara State University provides education and conducts research in translation theory and practice, English literature, comparative linguistics, and linguistic translation studies.

The Department prepares specialists at bachelor's and master's levels. Its teaching combines theoretical knowledge with practical translation, literary text analysis, intercultural communication, and international academic experience.

The Department continues to develop through international academic mobility programs, research projects, visiting international specialists, and scholarly activities.

History and Development

2020 — Establishment as a Separate Department

Following the first meeting of the Bukhara State University Council on August 29, 2020, and Order No. 472-01-U dated October 3, 2020, the unit separated from the Department of English Literature and began operating as the Department of English Literary Studies.

2022 — Merger of Departments

The Department of English Literature and Stylistics merged with the Department of English Literary Studies, forming a reorganized Department of English Literary Studies.

Since 2023 — A New Stage of Development

The unit has continued its educational, research, and international activities under the name Department of English Literary Studies and Translation Studies.

Degree Programs and Specializations

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Full-Time Study

60230200 — Translation Theory and Practice

61010500 — Tour Guiding and Interpreting

MASTER'S DEGREE

Specializations

70230104 — Literary Studies (English)

70230104 — Literary Studies (English), KT

70230201 — Comparative Linguistics and Linguistic Translation Studies

ACADEMIC CAPACITY AND RESEARCH

Strong Academic Capacity — A Foundation for Quality Education and Research

The Department has 35 teaching staff members. Of the full-time academic staff, 22 hold academic degrees, including 5 Doctors of Philological Sciences (DSc) and 17 Doctors of Philosophy (PhD) in Philology.

5
Doctors of Science (DSc)
17
PhD Holders
48
Doctoral Researchers
15
Independent Researchers

Research Specializations

10.00.04

Languages and Literatures of the Peoples of Europe, America and Australia

Language and literary history, literary works, cultural contexts, and philological research.

10.00.06

Comparative Literature, Contrastive Linguistics and Translation Studies

Comparative study of languages and literature, translation processes, and linguistic approaches.

According to Department information, 10 researchers plan to defend their research results by the end of 2026.

International Research and Academic Cooperation

The Department works to attract international specialists, participate in international grant projects, expand academic mobility, and improve its educational programs based on international experience.

2025–2026 ACADEMIC YEAR

Visiting Specialists from Malaysia

The following English-language specialists visited and worked at the Department:

  • Azlina Abdul Aziz
  • Maslawati Binti Mohamad
  • Nur Ainil Sulaiman
2026 DEVELOPMENT PLAN

New International Partnerships

To attract international academics and specialists, the Department is holding discussions with approximately 10 universities and research centers and working on the formalization of employment contracts.

DAAD International Research Project and Erasmus KA171 Program

DAAD — European Perspectives in Dialogue

Project ID-57663348, entitled "European Perspectives in Dialogue: Central Asia and Western Research," was selected for funding by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and scheduled for January 15, 2023, to March 30, 2026.

Erasmus KA171 — Academic Mobility

The Department is implementing Erasmus KA171 academic mobility activities with Sofia University in Bulgaria and Pavol Jozef Šafárik University during 2024–2027.

International Exchange and Professional Development

During 2024–2026, Department faculty members delivered lectures and undertook professional development activities at the following international higher education institutions:

  • Sofia University — Bulgaria.
  • Istanbul Ticaret University — Türkiye.
  • Foreign language universities — India.
International Education Initiatives and Multilingual Information Database

Associate Professor Axmedova Mehrinigor Bahadirovna worked on a database of international grants and competitions in English, German, French, Chinese, and Arabic to expand access to information about overseas opportunities.

International education grant initiatives envisage opportunities for 100 students to study, undertake internships, and participate in summer schools at universities abroad.

An international winter program on "Structural Linguistic Research" was organized in cooperation with the University of Göttingen in Germany and an international research center for Eastern European studies.

Courses Taught by the Department

Courses are grouped by bachelor's and master's specializations. Detailed lists can be viewed by expanding the sections below.

Bachelor's Degree — 14 Courses

Language and Translation Foundations

  1. Introduction to the Translation Profession
  2. Primary Foreign Language of Study
  3. Translation Studies
  4. Practical Translation
  5. Oral Interpretation
  6. Intercultural Communication in Translation
  7. Second Foreign Language

Literature and Translation Practice

  1. Theoretical Aspects of the Language Studied
  2. Literature of the Country Whose Language Is Studied
  3. World Literature
  4. Comparative Typology / Linguistics
  5. Written / Audiovisual Translation
  6. Translation of Scientific and Technical Texts
  7. Consecutive Interpretation
Master's Degree — Literary Studies (English), 14 Courses

Literary Theory and Analysis

  1. Literary Criticism
  2. Contemporary British and American Literature
  3. Stylistics of Literary Texts
  4. Methods of Literary Text Analysis
  5. Cognitive Literary Studies
  6. Issues in World Literature
  7. American Literature and Culture

Literary History and Practice

  1. Renaissance Drama in English Literature
  2. Twentieth-Century English Novel
  3. History of Literary Studies
  4. Comparative Literature
  5. Practical Work with Literary Sources
  6. Literary Translation and Practice
  7. Evolution of Literary Movements
Master's Degree — Comparative Linguistics and Linguistic Translation Studies, 7 Courses
  1. Methods of Teaching Specialized Subjects
  2. Practical Foreign Language
  3. Intercultural Communication and Translation Studies
  4. Extralinguistic Foundations of Translation
  5. Translation of Literary Texts
  6. Translation of Texts in Different Styles
  7. Terminology and Translation Studies

Enhancing Curricula Through International Educational Experience

The Department is working to improve third- and fourth-year bachelor's course syllabi for the 2026/2027 academic year by drawing on international educational experience. The process involves studying the curricula of overseas universities and incorporating contemporary teaching approaches into local programs.

Improving Educational Quality

Enhancing study plans, course programs, and syllabi by drawing on leading international university practices.

Developing Contemporary Competencies

Strengthening knowledge and skills in translation practice, literary analysis, comparative linguistics, and intercultural communication.

International Universities Whose Curricula Have Been Studied

United States

  • Harvard University
  • Michigan State University
  • University of Arizona
  • University of North Carolina

United Kingdom

  • University of Manchester
  • University of Birmingham
  • University of Warwick
  • University of Bristol
  • Swansea University
  • University of Cambridge

Other International Universities

  • University of Zurich — Switzerland
  • United Arab Emirates University — UAE
  • Hong Kong Baptist University — Hong Kong
BUKHARA STATE UNIVERSITY

Research, Quality Education and International Cooperation

Academic Research

Advancing research in literary studies, comparative linguistics, and translation studies.

Modern Education

Integrating theoretical knowledge and practical translation skills with international experience.

Academic Cooperation

Expanding partnerships through visiting specialists, grant projects, and academic mobility programs.

Resources