About This Webinar
International students often face unique challenges during their transition into UK higher education, including cultural adjustment, feelings of isolation, and navigating unfamiliar academic systems. This session explores how academic personal tutors can play a pivotal role in fostering belonging, participation, and success for these students. Drawing on principles of Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and experiential learning, we will discuss strategies for personalised, relational, and continuous tutoring support. Key themes include decolonising tutoring practices, building trust and rapport, and empowering students to adapt and thrive in diverse learning environments, inside and beyond classrooms. Attendees will gain practical insights into supporting international students’ academic, professional and personal development through culturally responsive approaches.
About the Presenters
Tao Jiang, University of Leeds