An Evaluation of Tertiary Education Perceptions of Palestinian Students Studying in Konya

Authors : Fatih Yılmaz, Mevlüt Uygur
Pages : 707-724
Doi:10.15869/itobiad.1608569
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Publication Date : 2025-06-30
Article Type : Research Paper
Abstract :Statistics indicate that the number of international students in Türkiye is increasing each year. These students both contribute to the country\\\'s economy and cultural richness. On the other hand, international students have some problems during their education. The researchers think that for a quality and practical education, it is important to identify the problems international students face and offer solutions to them. Accordingly, this paper aims to identify the problems faced by Palestinian students attending tertiary education in Türkiye and offer suggestions for solutions. Phenomenological design, one of the qualitative research methods, was adopted in the paper. The participants are 20 Palestinian students studying at different universities in Konya in the 2024-2025 academic year. The researchers employed the convenience sampling method. The data were obtained using a semi-structured interview form prepared by the researchers, who used content analysis to analyze the data. According to the findings, the most common problems faced by Palestinian students in tertiary education are language problems, economic problems, integration problems, and discrimination problems. Moreover, it emerged that the most common disappointments of Palestinian students in tertiary education were related to the education system and economic, social, and language issues. The participants also offered solutions to their problems related to education, social integration processes, economy, and language issues. Additionally, the expectations of Palestinian students at the end of tertiary education are employment, experience, returning home, quality education, and career opportunities. Considering the research findings, it is recommended that Palestinian students receive Turkish language education through universities and/or the Ministry of National Education before starting their majors.
Keywords : Dil Sorunları, Ekonomik Sorunlar, Filistinli Öğrenciler, Uluslararası Öğrenciler, Yükseköğrenim

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