ENGLISH LANGUAGE NEEDS OF AVIATION MANAGEMENT GRADUATES
Ere Saar
Pages: 45-54
Published: 22 Oct 2024
DOI: 10.62991/LIS1996393619
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Downloads: 39
Abstract: English, designated as the official language of aviation, plays a vital role in the operations of aviation companies and organisations. Therefore, English proficiency is essential for aviation professionals, and educational institutions must ensure that the graduates of aviation programmes are well-equipped to meet the needs of their professional roles. This research aims at determining the English language needs of aviation management graduates of Estonian Aviation Academy to tailor the language training accordingly. By means of the qualitative research method, incorporating interviews with graduates in years 2017-2021, the study identifies how frequently English is used in the workplace, which language skills and vocabulary are mostly required, and whether the English language courses at Estonian Aviation Academy address work-related needs. Findings indicate that English is used daily, and all four language skills, speaking, listening, reading, and writing are required. Moreover, the research demonstrates that while graduates possess a foundational proficiency in English, including terminology, some improvements can be made to ensure that graduates are equipped with the necessary English skills to succeed in the international aviation industry. This research contributes to the broader discourse on English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in aviation education, providing valuable insights for curriculum developers and language instructors in similar institutions.
Keywords: aviation management, four language skills, english for specific purposes, aviation english, job-related language needs, course planning, needs analysi
Cite this article: Ere Saar. ENGLISH LANGUAGE NEEDS OF AVIATION MANAGEMENT GRADUATES. Journal of International Scientific Publications: Language, Individual & Society 18, 45-54 (2024). https://doi.org/10.62991/LIS1996393619
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