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Managing the transition from undergraduate to taught postgraduate study: perceptions of international students studying in the UK.

Authors :
Evans, Carl
Nguyen, Tien
Richardson, Mark
Scott, Ian
Source :
Research in Post-Compulsory Education; Jun2018, Vol. 23 Issue 2, p249-265, 17p
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

This article explores the perceptions of international students studying in the UK regarding their transition from undergraduate to postgraduate study, the challenges they faced in the process and the factors that supported that transition. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 44 taught international postgraduate students at a UK university. It was found that students initially struggled with the academic demands of the course, particularly the ability to integrate critical thinking into written submissions. Consequently, students looked to develop peer support networks. The paper concludes by discussing the implications of the findings for universities, particularly concerning pre-course preparation and ongoing structured support. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13596748
Volume :
23
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Research in Post-Compulsory Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
129527976
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/13596748.2018.1444386