Open AccessCultural Differences and Problems: A case of International Students Studying in a Normal University in North China
Author(s) -
Sarfraz Aslam,
Huma Akram,
Khalida Parveen
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
journal of social sciences advancement
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2788-6182
pISSN - 2788-6174
DOI - 10.52223/jssa20-010102-020
Subject(s) - china , government (linguistics) , perception , affect (linguistics) , psychology , international education , socioeconomic status , pedagogy , cultural diversity , study abroad , international language , mathematics education , higher education , medical education , sociology , political science , medicine , linguistics , population , philosophy , demography , communication , neuroscience , anthropology , law
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.