An interpretive study of the English language needs of different stakeholders at Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang Indonesia

Abstract

This research examines the extent to which the curriculum in place at the English Department at the Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang addresses the stakeholders’ needs. By using a Needs Analysis a number of issues and problems were identified. In particular it was found that English programs should better prepare students for employment and post-university life, including future international collaboration and understanding English speaking people’s culture, and, for admission into higher education.