Cultural Differences and Problems: A Case of International Students Studying in a Normal University in North China

Sarfraz Aslam, Huma Akram, Khalida Parveen and Ali Usman Hali

Journal of Social Sciences Advancement, 2020, vol. 1, issue 1, 08-12

Abstract: International education has become an essential component of Chinese universities, and its importance is growing as a result of government funding. Academic exchange and collaboration with international universities are becoming more relevant in Chinese universities. This research aimed to develop a holistic understanding of international students’ perceptions of socioeconomic, cultural, and intellectual issues in China. The study was qualitative, and semi-structured interviews were conducted. Five international students were recruited from different schools of the normal university, and all were from different countries. The overall cultural difference did not affect their life in china. The learning environment in a normal university was good—Chinese Language, a big problem everyone suffered. Availability of English language instructions in the university offices, canteens, etc. found very low. Course instructions need to improve. English taught programs should have full access to English Teaching Learning. Chinese and International student’s classes should be together for better interaction and language learning.

Keywords: Cultural differences; International Students; Learning environment; Problems (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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