Abstract:
studying in Central University. This study sought from the five Nigerian students
studying in Central University the kinds of discriminatory challenges they faced as they
pursued their studies, the impact it had on their studies and what could be done to
mitigate it.
The major findings of the study revealed that the Nigerian students had reported only a
few instances of discrimination, with the majority occurring off campus. It also appeared
that the effects was not detrimental to their identity and wellbeing. However, the few
respondents who had been discriminated against saidit had not affected them in their
education.The discrimination was fromfellow Ghanaian students and not the
administration of the school per se. The Nigerian students also called for a reduction in
their fees and an improvement in their academic and social facilities on campus.
Despite this situation, the studentssaid they were happy with their overall academic
experience and will recommend Central University to anyone.
Description:
A THESIS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
STUDIES, FACULTY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES, EDUCATION AND
COMMUNICATION. SUBMITTED TO THE SCHOOL OF GRADUATE
STUDIES, UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION, WINNEBA, IN PARTIAL
FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AWARD OF MASTER
OF ARTS (COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES) DEGREE