Bridging Chinese and Malaysian Academic Cultures for Postgraduate Success
Updated: Jul 15
For many Chinese postgraduate students, pursuing their studies in Malaysia offers a blend of familiarity and novelty in the academic landscape. China and Malaysia uphold the age-old tradition of honouring educators and prioritising the pursuit of knowledge (Marginson, 2014). However, significant differences arise in the dynamics of interactions between supervisors and their students. The journey toward success in postgraduate research is not solely reliant on a student’s academic capabilities. It is equally influenced by their ability to navigate and acclimatise to these cultural intricacies.
