Challenges and barriers students face during their studies in the host country (Finland)
| Challenges and barriers | n | Percent (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Language | 119 | 41.3 |
| Difficult to find work | 194 | 67.4 |
| Discrimination and racism | 56 | 19.4 |
| Lack of professional networks | 61 | 21.2 |
| Bureaucracy | 26 | 9.0 |
| Climate | 66 | 22.9 |
| Difficulties in adapting the local cultural understanding | 25 | 8.7 |
| Difficult to become a part of the society or find a local friend | 88 | 30.6 |
| Financial issues such as high taxation and/or low salaries | 76 | 26.4 |
| Others | 35 | 12.2 |
| Challenges and barriers | n | Percent (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Language | 119 | 41.3 |
| Difficult to find work | 194 | 67.4 |
| Discrimination and racism | 56 | 19.4 |
| Lack of professional networks | 61 | 21.2 |
| Bureaucracy | 26 | 9.0 |
| Climate | 66 | 22.9 |
| Difficulties in adapting the local cultural understanding | 25 | 8.7 |
| Difficult to become a part of the society or find a local friend | 88 | 30.6 |
| Financial issues such as high taxation and/or low salaries | 76 | 26.4 |
| Others | 35 | 12.2 |
Source(s): Table by authors