The factors behind studying English for academic purposes

This study aims to explore the status of English for Academic Purposes in terms of factors, content, methodology and assessment, among Moroccan English Language Learners. A cross-sectional design constitutes the methodology of this research wherein a sample of fifty-two students completed a Google form questionnaire using non-probability voluntary sampling. Although this study is a small-scale study that cannot be generalized, the results revealed that students choose to study English for Academic purposes for extrinsic motivational factors, especially to get a teaching job, set up a business or travel abroad. The course content focuses primarily on printed materials accessible in libraries for students to make use of. The methodology is mainly teacher-centred based on delivering lectures and module-specific activities. Assessment is summative in nature; henceforth, students provided varied recommendations.