The academic content and curriculum of the Bachelor of Arts in Bulgarian Language and Literature aims to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the basic building blocks of Bulgarian language and literature. The program usually lasts four years and the courses focus on Bulgarian linguistics, literature and culture.
Linguistics and Language Structure: In the first years of the program, students learn the basic building blocks of the Bulgarian language. This includes areas of linguistics such as phonetics, morphology, syntax and semantics. These courses aim at an in-depth study of the sound structure, word formation, sentence structure and semantic features of the Bulgarian language. The historical development of the language and its dialects are also studied.
Bulgarian Literature: The curriculum covers different periods of Bulgarian literature. This includes a wide range from medieval Bulgarian literature to modern and contemporary Bulgarian authors. Students learn about important literary works and authors, literary movements, genres and themes. Literature courses encourage text analysis and critical thinking.
Translation Science and Practice: The program provides students with translation theory and practical translation skills. These courses include techniques of translation from Bulgarian to Turkish and Turkish to Bulgarian, translation ethics and translation criticism.
Bulgarian Culture and History: Students learn about the history, cultural heritage and social structure of Bulgaria and the Bulgarian people. These lessons enable them to understand the development of Bulgarian culture and the characteristics of contemporary Bulgarian society.
Practical Language Use: The program offers students practical lessons to improve their speaking, writing, listening and reading skills in Bulgarian. These lessons are supported by language laboratories and interactive learning methods.
Elective Courses and Research Projects: Students can take elective courses and do independent research projects based on their interests. This gives students the opportunity to further deepen their academic interests.
The overall structure of the curriculum provides students with a solid foundation in Bulgarian language and literature, while at the same time offering the possibility to specialize according to individual interests and career goals. Upon completion of this program, students will have a broad knowledge and skill set in Bulgarian language and literature. This prepares them for careers in education, translation, media and many other professional fields.