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Socio-cultural Adjustment Experiences of International Students in Chinese Higher Education Institutions

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  • Samson Maekele Tsegay
  • Mulugeta Zemuy Zegergish
  • Muhammad Azeem Ashraf

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Using qualitative research methods, this study explores international students’ socio-cultural adjustment experiences in Chinese Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The study indicates that many international students in China are facing linguistic and cultural challenges. They have limited interaction with Chinese students and the local people, which results in shallow socio-cultural understanding of China and its people. Although they are inadequate, Chinese HEIs are tackling these challenges by providing various supporting mechanisms such as offering introductory Chinese language course/s, organizing orientation programmes and partnering international and Chinese students. The study helps (Chinese) HEIs to enhance their services to international students and boost students’ experiences.

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  • Samson Maekele Tsegay & Mulugeta Zemuy Zegergish & Muhammad Azeem Ashraf, 2018. "Socio-cultural Adjustment Experiences of International Students in Chinese Higher Education Institutions," Millennial Asia, , vol. 9(2), pages 183-202, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:millen:v:9:y:2018:i:2:p:183-202
    DOI: 10.1177/0976399618786342
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