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Date Submitted: Nov 18, 2019
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International pharmacy students’ transition to Nottingham: Semi-structured interviews
ABSTRACT
Background:
The transition from China to the UK can be challenging, and there is increasing concern among academics since cross-cultural learning and living may be a challenge for these students.
Objective:
To find out international pharmacy students’ worries and challenges as well as benefits on the transition experience from China to the UK.
Methods:
Semi-structured interviews were used to explore this group of students’ transition experiences. Selective transcription was done because of time limitations in the project.
Results:
The natural and cultural environment was the most pleasant experience for Tianjin students during this transition process. Cross-cultural adjustment and self-adaptability, as well as their autonomous learning ability were the main barriers for international students.
Conclusions:
The difference between Asian and Western culture caused barriers for international students to fit into a new environment. In terms of integrating into local students, insufficient English language skills, culture shock and personality could be the influence factors. Moreover, the different teaching style and learning style could be the possible reasons for students having difficulty in an independent study. Clinical Trial: N/A
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