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Kagiso Jacob Sello
University of Botswana

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Perancangan kurikulum Demand-driven untuk program penerjemahan dan interpretasi: Bukti dari Botswana Kagiso Jacob Sello; Dumelang Thomas-Kereeditse
Curricula: Journal of Curriculum Development Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): Curricula: Journal of Curriculum Development
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/curricula.v5i3.874

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This study examines whether student demand can support developing a Master of Arts in Translation and Interpreting (MATI) at the University of Botswana. Using a demand-driven approach, it explores students’ perceptions, enrolment intentions, employability expectations, and program preferences. A descriptive survey was conducted with 80 students from multiple faculties using a structured questionnaire. Findings indicate strong demand for the proposed program: over 90% of respondents recognized the need for professional translation and interpreting training in Botswana, and 68.8% expressed willingness to enroll. Participants perceived translation and interpreting qualifications as valuable for employment, particularly in education, government, healthcare, business, tourism, and media. Participants preferred blended and face-to-face delivery modes, along with flexible scheduling, although they identified technological and internet-access challenges. Qualitative findings emphasized the importance of experiential learning, technological competence, sector-specific specialization, African language integration, internships, and professional certification pathways. The findings strongly support introducing a MATI program at the University of Botswana and contribute to broader discussions on demand-driven curriculum development in multilingual developing-country contexts.
Co-Authors Dumelang Thomas-Kereeditse