O papel da universidade na capacitação dos discentes na proficiência em Língua Inglesa para a internacionalização

Abstract

This study aims to analyze how the university can provide Graduate students with the level of English for the current global job market. The theoretical framework presented sought to identify the foreign language demands in the current labor market, starting from the discussion on internationalization and globalization in higher education, English as a global language, English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) as a tool in the process of implementing English subjects in universities, and the relationship between English language and employability. The research used the case study technique, having as its object the UFPel Graduate Programs with CAPES concept 6 and 7. The approach was qualitative descriptive. The semistructured interviews with the selected Coordinators, followed by the analysis of qualitative data through the interpretative approach, aimed to verify if the English Language is important at this level of education and what actions UFPel could take to improve the level of English Language knowledge of the students. In addition, it sought to verify if the Coordinators know the EMI and if there are subjects taught in English Language in the Programs. It has been found that Programs are at different levels in advancing the implementation of English language subjects, courses and academic activities. It was also possible to elaborate suggestions for improvements and new actions that UFPel may take to follow the trend of globalization in higher education, raising the institution's level in the academic scenario worldwide.