Internationalisation experiences of Chinese students in the UK Wei Zhao & Risi Zha

Contents Page  Self Introduction & Background  A Different Teaching and Learning Style  Assignments  Student Support  Social Activities  Conclusion

Self Introduction & Background- Wei Zhao  Guangxi Province  Brighton  The University of Northampton  BA (Hons) Advertising with Design  MA Marketing 2007-Present

Self Introduction & Background- Risi Zha(Chelsie)  Ethnic Minority. Inner Mongolia  BA (Hons) Marketing ( ) The University of Northampton  MSc Marketing & Strategy (2007- Present) The University of Warwick

A Different Teaching and Learning Style  12 years ’ education in China-lots of assumptions and expectation made  Lectures Leading and authority vs. Challenging and independence Closer distances between students and lecturers here

A Different Teaching and Learning Style  Seminars No such things in China or still at experimental stage Opportunity for individual help and group discussion but preparations required “ Boil dumplings in the teapot ” Try to get the most out it -Thinking generating, participating, multiple-way communicating

Assignments  Various Types of assignments More freedom to suit individual ’ s interests and develop different skills  Course work (essays, reports) Criticality and originality highly encouraged Emphasis of academic integrity Challenges for Chinese students

Assignments  Exams Different formats and purposes of exams not the exam that determines your destiny There is only a single answer-The one on the text book Difficulties of revision when studying in a foreign language Less structured guidelines when progressing

Assignments  Group work & presentations Frustrating and enjoyable experiences, but proves to be really beneficial Skills set developed while working with others Consulting Projects of WBS (ELITE)  Placement year Wei ’ s Year in Sainsbury ’ s

Student Support  Accommodation the importance of privacy Halls of residence V.S. Private letting Meeting new friends or staying in comfort zones?

Student Support  Career service useful help and guidelines in many forms. Presentations, workshops, career advisors, etc. various career opportunities but more tailor-made help desired for International students to increase employability  Tutorial and others

Social activities  Hang out with locals  Celebrating traditional festivals with Chinese  Challenges Language barriers cultural differences  Opportunities -outdoor activities, travelling, etc.

Conclusion  The next step and what we will take back to China?  Any Questions?  Contact details  Thank you for your attention!