Studying abroad: developing a model for the decision process of international students

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2016

Authors

Oliveira, DB (Author) Other; Soares, AM (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management

Vol. 38

Pages: 126-139

ISSN: 1360-080X

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Indexing

ISI Web of Knowledge - 3 Citations

Scopus - 11 Citations

Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00K-9Y5

DOI: 10.1080/1360080x.2016.1150234

Abstract (EN): Attracting international students is increasingly important for higher education institutions. In order to contribute to the understanding of how international students choose a university, we conducted a qualitative study in a public university in the north of Portugal. Results show that students seek an international experience mainly for personal, academic and professional development reasons, relying on personal contacts as information sources and support groups. Academic reputation and quality are the most important attraction factors. We develop a theoretical model of the studying abroad decision process, including the main motivations to leave the country of origin, the information sources and the decision factors.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 14