An Irrelevant Syllabus? Medical Students’ Insights Into the English Syllabus at Hail University

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ID21806751
AuthorsEman Matar M Alshammari, Eman Alshammari (University of Ha'il, corresponding author)
Year2025
Volume15
Issue5
Pages1647-1657
Publication date2025-05-01
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueTheory and Practice in Language Studies (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1799-2591 • E-ISSN: 2053-0692
PublisherAcademy Publication (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.17507/tpls.1505.29
OpenAlexW4410006863
LanguageEN
References cited6

English is widely used in global business, science, and technology, making it an essential skill for undergraduates in Saudi Arabian universities. Additionally, English is a requirement for students to communicate effectively in various fields, such as computing and medicine, in Saudi universities. Learners’ evaluation of their syllabus plays a crucial role at most higher education institutions. This study, a collaborative effort between students, teachers, and researchers, provides insightful information about how learners perceive and evaluate the English syllabus used in their medical courses. Data on evaluating the English syllabus were obtained from questionnaires completed by 44 first-year medical students at the University of Hail (UOH). Semi-structured interviews were conducted with five teachers to acquire more specific and detailed information. Therefore, the present study uses a mix of quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate the English syllabus for first-year medical undergraduates, which could help to tackle areas of weakness and ensure that the syllabus remains relevant to students' needs. The results of the current study show that the English syllabus does not meet the needs of medical students at UOH. It is concluded that the English syllabus, specifically the English syllabus within the medical department at UOH, requires significant revision. It is hoped that this research will guide educators and decision-makers in addressing areas of weakness and ensuring that the syllabus remains aligned with students' evolving needs

Linguistics · Mathematics education · Syllabus · Education, Leadership, and Health Research · Higher Education Learning Practices · Innovations in Medical Education · Philosophy · Psychology

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