African students in China : an exploration of increasing numbers and their motivations in Beijing
Date
2012-09
Authors
Ferdjani, Hannane
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Stellenbosch University, Centre for Chinese Studies
Abstract
This report focuses on the growing phenomenon of African students migrating to China for their studies, from a holistic and quantitative point of view, specifically, their perceptions and experiences in the system of Higher Education cooperation and exchange between African and China. The trend of educational migration has accelerated and been institutionalized since the turn of the millennium, which emphasizes the need for up-to-date research. This report is the result of Phandulwazi nge China scholar Hannane Ferdjani’s work at the CCS between May and July 2012. She conducted fieldwork in Beijing in June this year. This research report is the first fruit of the CCS scholarship programme Phandulwazi nge China (“Knowledge about China” in isiXhosa). The scholarships offer opportunities for African researchers to spend research time at the Centre in order to advance mutual learning and a better exchange on interpretations of political, economic or environmental impact of Chinese engagement in Africa. This programme is kindly supported by Open Society Foundation.
Description
This research report is the first fruit of the CCS scholarship programme Phandulwazi nge China (“Knowledge about China” in isiXhosa). The scholarships offer opportunities for African researchers to spend research time at the Centre in order to advance mutual learning and a better exchange on interpretations of political, economic or environmental impact of Chinese engagement in Africa. This programme is kindly supported by Open Society Foundation. The original version can also be downloaded at http://www.sun.ac.za/ccs
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Keywords
China-Africa, Education, African students in China
Citation
Ferdjani, H. 2012. African students in China: An exploration of increasing numbers and their motivations in Beijing. Research reports. Centre for Chinese Studies: Stellenbosch University.