PUBH6013 Research: Stress in International Students in Australia

This individual research proposal investigates the significant causes of stress experienced by international students in Australia and explores intervention approaches for reducing stress levels. The introduction highlights the increasing number of international students in Australia and the prevalence of mental stress within this population. The literature review examines factors such as family separation, language barriers, academic relationships, financial challenges, and cultural differences as contributors to stress. The proposal outlines the research questions, knowledge gap, and methodology, which includes a descriptive qualitative research approach using semi-structured interviews. The sampling method employs purposive sampling to gather data from international students, with inclusion and exclusion criteria defined. The research questions address the experiences of international students, including their home countries, academic pursuits, adjustment to Australia, and coping strategies. A personal reflection section discusses the research's learning opportunities and the researcher's motivation. References to relevant books and journals are also included.