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A reflection on my academic journey: The struggle to shape my destiny
journal contribution
posted on 2023-07-26, 15:36 authored by Samson M. TsegayBased on my personal trajectory, in this paper, I discuss the barriers to access to quality higher education and writing. Access to higher education is very competitive in the Global South, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Being from Eritrea also aggravates this condition, not only because of the presence of few higher education institutions with limited postgraduate programmes, but also the authoritarian government which restricts the movement of its citizens through exit visa. Despite these challenges, some students are able to finish undergraduate studies and travel abroad to undertake postgraduate studies. They become relatively privileged to research, write and give their voice and the voice of others who share the same experiences. However, studying abroad requires adequate academic, financial and visa preparations. It also demands social and cultural adjustments after reaching the destination country.
History
Refereed
- Yes
Volume
9Issue number
1Page range
69-77Publication title
Access: Critical Explorations of Equity in Higher EducationISSN
2653-245XPublisher
Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher EducationFile version
- Published version
Language
- eng