Transforming from “Economic Power” to “Soft Power”: Transnationalization and Internationalization of Higher Education in China

2013 ◽  
pp. 133-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ka Ho Mok ◽  
Kok Chung Ong
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Soft Power ◽  
Internationalization Of Higher Education ◽  
Economic Power ◽  
Higher Education In China ◽  
Education In China

scholarly journals Internationalization of Higher Education in China: Modern Trends

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (6) ◽  
pp. 63-74
Author(s):  
S. S. Donetskaya ◽  
Yan Zhan
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Soft Power ◽  
Foreign Students ◽  
Modern China ◽  
Internationalization Of Higher Education ◽  
Chinese Government ◽  
External Threats ◽  
The Government ◽  
Higher Education In China ◽  
Education In China

The article analyzes the processes of internationalization of higher education in China at the beginning of the 21st century. Based on data from the Ministry of Education of China, legislation and publications that are publicly available on the Chinese Internet, it is shown how the number of students visiting China, their preferences in choosing universities and educational programs changed from 2000 to 2016. Information on government activities to support international students is provided.The internationalization of higher education plays an important role in the foreign-policy activities of modern China. Foreign students teaching and expanding of Chinese language teaching in foreign countries can be considered as the “soft power” of influence of Chinese national culture. Such actions from the point of view of the Chinese government should contribute to the formation of an attractive image of China, reduce the level of external threats, increase stability and economic prosperity of the country. Therefore, the government aims to attract as many foreign students as possible, especially from neighboring countries, and spends a lot of money on these purposes. The policy of internationalization of education has achieved significant results over the past 15 years. Today, students from all over the world obtain higher educationin China. The number of foreign students increased in 2016 compared to 2000 by 8.4 times, reaching almost 450 thousand people. The possibilities for foreign students to choose profession and university have expanded. Now they come to China not only to learn Chinese, but also to obtain qualifications in engineering, economics, management and Western medicine.

The Trends and Challenges of Higher Education in China

2011 ◽  
pp. 247-262
Author(s):  
Shuyi Zhang ◽  
Li Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Internationalization Of Higher Education ◽  
Chinese Higher Education ◽  
Future Trends ◽  
The Future ◽  
Higher Education In China ◽  
Education In China

This case focuses on the challenges and trends of Chinese higher education. It analyzes the challenges that the Chinese higher education faces and discusses a couple of issues of internationalization of higher education, and finally, the case points out the future trends that Chinese higher education might encounter.

scholarly journals The Closing of China? Possible Implications for Universities Worldwide

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (93) ◽  
pp. 24
Author(s):  
Philip Altbach ◽  
Hans De Wit
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Internationalization Of Higher Education ◽  
Higher Education In China ◽  
Education In China

Experts have noted that president Xi has amassed the most power since MaoZedong, and seeks long-term authority to carry out his policies. This article examines the possible impacts on higher education -- especially the internationalization of higher education -- in China and beyond.

Practices and challenges of internationalization of higher education in China; international students’ perspective

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (2/3) ◽  
pp. 78-96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank Okai Larbi ◽  
Wangqian Fu
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
International Students ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Internationalization Of Higher Education ◽  
Chinese History ◽  
Technological Advancement ◽  
Pull Factors ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Higher Education In China ◽  
Education In China

Purpose The purpose of the paper is to conceptualize international students’ perception on the internationalization of higher education in China and identify some challenges faced by some of the higher educational institutions (HEIs) in their internationalization practice. Design/methodology/approach This study utilized the qualitative research method, specifically, the researchers employed structured interview for investigation. The population of this research includes 15 international students and five Chinese professors teaching in BNU. Participants’ responses were categorized to provide a better understanding of the subject of study. Findings This study identified some push-pull factors that influenced international students’ decision making to pursue their studies in China. Some of the push factors identified include the high cost of graduate education, unavailability of some academic courses in some students’ home countries, international exposure, and unemployment, whereas the pull factors identified constitute scholarship opportunities, an alliance between BNU and others foreign universities, global job opportunity, universities’ prestige, and ranking, Chinese history and culture, and technological advancement. Finally, the challenges discovered are professors and students’ relationship, language barrier, separation of international and Chinese students, and lack of internship opportunities. Research limitations/implications This study provides an in-depth understanding of the case presented and has outlined some key areas to be improved in the internationalization process of Chinese HEIs. Further studies in this area are encouraged to critically analyze foreign faculty members’ experiences and contributions to Chinese internationalization of HE process in different institutions and provide a substantial framework to help mitigate some of the challenges that will emerge. Originality/value This research collated and addressed the lived experiences and perception on matters relevant for international practices by Chinese HEIs. Researchers have explained the assumptions and theory used in this study to better understanding the issues that emerged.

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