A master thesis from Aalborg University
Navigating Education and Employment as Bangladeshi Student Migrants in Denmark
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Term
4. semester
Education
Publication year
2024
Submitted on
2024-05-31
Abstract
Through many years, the process of migration has been practiced among human beings for various purposes, primarily for the pursuit of a better life. Student migration is a specific type, wherein students migrate to another country to obtain superior education and to study at more prestigious institutions. However, numerous other reasons can also motivate migration. The aim of my MA thesis is to explore the reasons and purposes of student migration from Bangladesh to Denmark, including how these students maintain various kinds of relationships, such as social or cultural, across borders, and how they navigate daily life in a nation with a different culture and society. For the purpose of this thesis, interviews with seven student migrants from Bangladesh were conducted. Narrative analysis was employed to explain and understand the in-depth meanings of these interviews. To analyze the situation comprehensively, the theories of transnationalism, navigation, and social reproduction were utilized. As a result of my analysis, I have found that students maintaining cross-border relationships and networks significantly shape their experiences, particularly in the job market. It has also been found that they face unequal treatment not only in the labor market but also within their educational institutions. This has led to the generation of findings and suggestions that might help improve the experiences of migrants. Despite the struggles and hard work, some positive insights have emerged among the migrants, which will benefit them throughout their lives. Keywords: Bangladeshi student migrants, Denmark, motivation, network, transnationalism, social reproduction, Daily life, navigation, inequalities, EU/non EU
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