International students adaptation to the educational environment of Ukrainian universities: Hearing the student voices

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of adaptation of international students to the Ukrainian educational environment. The adaptation of international students is carried throughout the entire period of study, but it is especially difficult in the first year. Therefore, the study of the adaptation process, its successful organization contributes to the faster inclusion of international students in the new environment, facilitates the process of their education. This study is a reflection of the real state of needs and problems of international students not only in the educational environment, but also in Ukraine in general. The purpose of the article is to study the challenges and experience of adaptation of international students residing in Ukraine. Methods of analysis, synthesis and systematization of data received after application of questionnaire on the adaptation of international students were used.