Abstract
In January 1991 a language needs analysis was initiated at the University of Limerick. Two surveys were conducted with the objective of investigating the provision of languages to engineering and science students and the extent to which languages are used and/or promoted in exporting companies. Four groups were targeted: engineering and science students; language teachers/lecturers in Irish third-level colleges; managing directors of exporting companies; and engineers and scientists.
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