Some Aspects of the Process of Adaptation of Foreign Studentsin Domestic Universities

Abstract

The number of foreign students in domestic higher education institutions has steadily increased over the past two decades. However, due to information and cultural barriers, this trend is slowing down. Foreign medical students travel abroad in search of a good education and adequate learning conditions. For the choice of the country of study and educational institution, the decisive factors are accessibility, social ties, as well as the education system in accordance with the principle of achieving the goal. Communication with other foreign students is not seen as a problem, and foreign medical students are most concerned about social isolation due to linguistic, intercultural and religious differences. Providing access to the University education system, material, technical and informational environment, social support, creating conditions for cultural integration, and fostering religious tolerance help foreign medical students in many ways. Thus, the creation of a special adaptive environment, as well as the development of adequate intercultural relations, along with a person-oriented educational process, contribute to the successful achievement of the goal of foreign students ' stay in the educational environment of the University.