If You're Listening CHINA | S05 05 - Chinese students: Commodity or opportunity?
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Jun 28, 2021 Dr Fran Martin, associate Professor & Reader, discusses the challenges faced by Chinese students in Australia, including isolation, discrimination, and financial exploitation by universities. The podcast explores the impact of government censorship on students' opinions, the misconceptions surrounding China, and the rise in racism during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Yuki's Arrival Experience
- Yuki, a Chinese student, experienced language struggles and cultural shock upon arriving in Australia.
- She found most classmates were Chinese, contrary to expectations of a cosmopolitan experience.
Isolation in Homogeneous Classes
- Chinese international students often find themselves clustered in classes with mostly fellow Chinese students.
- This limits their hope for a diverse experience and deepens their cultural isolation in Australia.
Employment Barriers For Students
- Chinese students often face employment barriers, especially jobs at big companies that require citizenship.
- This pushes them into low-skilled jobs within ethnic communities, hindering cultural integration.