THE CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH LITERATURE
A Course Conducted by English Literature Sri Lanka
| Institution | English Literature Sri Lanka |
| Course name | The Certificate in English Literature |
| Course duration – Direct Teaching Hours | 80 hours |
| Course duration – Notional Hours | 240 hours |
| Course duration – Ai Teaching Hours | 3600 hours |
| Medium | Fully Online with academic library, SAAS, and unrestricted AI access |
| Course abbreviation | CEL |
| Course ID | ELSL/CEL/26/I/007 |
| Subject | Humanities |
| Language | English |
| Level | Advanced |
| Evaluation criteria | Formative assessments/Continuous assessment/ Final examination |
| Mode of evaluation | Online via The Department of Examinations of ELSL |
| Certification | Yes (Read more) |
| Targeted groups | Teachers of English/English Literature Readers of B. A/B.Ed./M.A/M.Ed. GCE/Edexcel/CAIE Students of English Literature Anyone who is interested in learning Literature beyond the conventional scope |
Course Description: The Certificate in English Literature (CEL)
The Certificate in English Literature is a comprehensive course designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of English literature. The course comprises of 80 direct teaching hours, 240 notional hours, and 3600 Artificial Intelligence based teaching hours. It is designed for teachers, graduates, G.C.E O/L, G.C.E A/L, CAIE, EDEXCEL students, and anyone who is passionate to learn English Literature from beginner’s level.
This course covers a wide range of literary genres, including poetry, and fiction, from both contemporary and classic periods. The course focuses on developing a deep understanding of literary analysis, critical thinking, and interpretation of various texts. Students will be exposed to a variety of works, including novels, plays, and poems, by some of the greatest writers in English literature, such as William Shakespeare, John Keats, Franz Kafka, and many others.
The course is structured to enable students to progress from the basics to the intermediate level of literary analysis. The direct teaching hours will consist of lectures, discussions, and group work, where students can engage with each other and the instructor. The notional hours will be dedicated to self-study and practice, including reading and writing assignments, research projects, and individual and group presentations.
The course also incorporates 3600 Artificial Intelligence-based teaching hours, where students will have access to ELSL’s “Adaptive Bot for Online Teaching”, for personalized learning and support.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to analyze and interpret literary texts with confidence, write critically and creatively, and appreciate the beauty and significance of English literature. The Certificate in English Literature will provide students with a solid foundation for further academic pursuits, such as pursuing a degree in English literature, or for those who wish to explore English literature for personal interest.
- The student must score the minimum pass mark in the aptitude test.
- The student must be over 18 years of age.
Last day to register | 02nd January 2026 | 11.59 p.m. |
Last day to withdraw | 09th January 2026 | 11.59 p.m. |
Aptitude test | 10th January 2026 | 08.00 p.m. |
Last day to complete the course payment | 16th January 2026 | 11.59 p.m. |
Course commencement | 17th January 2026 | 08.00 p.m. |
MR. R. Gunawardane, Senior Lecturer of English Literature, ELSL
ELSL – Adaptive Bot for Online Teaching
Class days | Saturday – Sunday 8.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. |
Participation option | Live via web conference |
The Certificate in English Literature – Syllabus
Syllabus – The Certificate in English Literature
Application/Registration/Aptitude Test Fees* | Rs 1000/= |
Total Tuition Fee Per Course* | Rs 45000/= |
SPECIAL NOTES
The fee is subject to periodic revision.
*Application/Registration/Aptitude Test Fees are refunded if the student passes the test and total tuition fee per course is paid.
The total tuition fee includes all payments for examination fees and syllabus material.
**If the student passes the aptitude test, the total fee should be paid in full at the time of registration. OR Contact the public relations division of ELSL for installment options.
Following the aptitude test, the student is informed on how to complete the payment.
**Fee paid is not subject to refund. However, a student may request the fee to be transferred to the next academic year (and not beyond.) Requests for deferrals must be made within the first month of the course once it has been commenced.
Account Name | ELSL Institute |
Bank | BOC |
Branch | Kadawatha (2nd City) |
Account Number | 87069007 |