Curriculum Overview

The English Literature Study Program Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang continually updates and adapts its curriculum to be relevant in the rapidly evolving global landscape. In the 21st century, marked by rapid advancements in digital technology, students face a globally connected world where cross-cultural communication and international collaboration have become increasingly accessible and efficient. These curriculum updates are designed to equip students with expertise in the English language and literature and foster adaptability in the digital era and readiness for an increasingly complex job market that demands advanced digital skills. In this dynamic society, English Literature graduates are expected to possess competitive advantages that enable them to excel nationally and internationally.

Furthermore, the English Literature Study Program curriculum aligns with the Merdeka Belajar – Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) policy, which offers students broader learning experiences through off-campus programs, such as internships, humanitarian projects, and student exchange initiatives. The curriculum is also developed under the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework (KKNI). It follows an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) approach to ensure graduates meet the competencies required by industry and society. With this results-oriented approach, the English Literature curriculum ensures that students grasp theoretical knowledge and apply it practically, preparing them for professional and social contributions across various sectors. To respond to these developments, the Study Program conducts curriculum evaluations at the end of each academic year.

Since its establishment, the English Literature Study Program has updated its curriculum four times:

  • 2005: The curriculum was adjusted to reflect the name change from “Tadris Bahasa Inggris” to “Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris,” expanding its academic scope by incorporating more relevant literature and language studies courses.
  • 2010: The curriculum was further developed by adding language skills and content courses to provide graduates with added value. New courses were designed to enhance critical thinking and communication skills, strengthening graduate competencies for workplace competition.
  • 2015: The curriculum was aligned with the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework to ensure graduates possess nationally recognized competencies. This update included adjustments to graduate profiles and learning outcomes to meet national qualification standards. This year, the study program introduced five professional tracks for students: translator, tour guide, journalist, filmmaker, and educator.
  • 2020: Curriculum revisions adopted the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) approach, focusing on learning outcomes and relevance to the digital era’s demands. The curriculum also incorporated the Merdeka Belajar-Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) program, enabling students to expand their academic and practical horizons beyond the study program. This year, the professional tracks were expanded to six: translator, tour guide, journalist, filmmaker, educator, and diplomat.

Before undertaking curriculum evaluation and adjustments, the English Literature Study Program conducts several activities to determine graduate profiles, learning outcomes, and course offerings. These activities include:

  • Evaluating the previous curriculum;
  • Conducting student satisfaction surveys;
  • Carrying out graduate tracer studies;
  • Conducting graduate employers’ satisfaction surveys;
  • Holding workshops on OBE and MBKM curriculum frameworks;
  • Benchmarking with other English Literature programs affiliated with associations of English Literature Study Programs in Indonesia.

The results of these activities indicate that the curriculum meets stakeholder needs. However, graduate profiles and learning outcomes must continue to be adjusted to stay relevant to workforce developments and market demands.