ADAPTATION OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TO THE RUSSIAN EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM
The structure of the Russian Federation’s education system reflects the values, norms, and objectives of society, as well as its general worldview. A well-structured educational framework is crucial for ensuring the effectiveness of the learning process and for improving the overall quality of educa...
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| Language: | deu |
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Udmurt University Publishing Center
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Многоязычие в образовательном пространстве |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.udsu.ru/multilingualism/article/view/9902/8204 |
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| Summary: | The structure of the Russian Federation’s education system reflects the values, norms, and objectives of society, as well as its general worldview. A well-structured educational framework is crucial for ensuring the effectiveness of the learning process and for improving the overall quality of education in the country. The content of the Russian educational system is complex and systematically structured. Nowadays, a large number of international students are enrolled in Russian universities, and many of them face challenges in the process of adaptation, since the Russian educational system significantly differs from their previous learning environments. Adaptation involves acculturation, language acquisition, establishment of social connections, and overcoming cultural differences and stress associated with relocating to another country. As part of the present study aimed at exploring the adaptation process of international students in Russia, a survey was conducted involving 42 students (21 males and 21 females). Among them, 15 students were enrolled at Udmurt State University in various programmes such as pre-university training, economics, computer technology, mathematics, ecology, and environmental management. The respondents represent countries including Indonesia, Tunisia, Algeria, Yemen, Nigeria, Egypt, Korea, Bangladesh, Angola, and Bolivia. The questionnaire consisted of six thematic sections: general information, academic adaptation, social adaptation, cultural adaptation, psychological adaptation, and feedback. The results identified key difficulties faced by international students in academic, social, and cultural integration, as well as psychological challenges associated with the educational process. The language barrier has been identified as a universal issue for students from non-CIS countries due to limited proficiency in subject-specific vocabulary. This hampers their ability to complete assignments, write academic papers, and prepare for examinations. One of the aspects analysed in the study was gender-specific differences in adaptation experiences. Female students were more likely to report higher levels of stress and difficulties with written assignments, whereas male students more often struggled with comprehension of academic material. Based on the findings of the survey, methodological recommendations were developed for both students and university staff members who work with international students, including lecturers and specialists from international student offices. |
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| ISSN: | 2500-3267 2500-0748 |