Title

The Study of Knowledge and Attitudes of Students in Chinese Universities Towards Canadian Political and Local Issues

Author

Huiwen Chen, Western University

Date of Award

7-1-2015

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Young, Robert

Geographical Areas

China, Canada

Abstract

This paper provides a specific perspective of Chinese-Canadian relations by studying the knowledge and attitudes of Chinese students towards Canadian political and local issues. The data and conclusions presented are based on 134 questionnaires that analyze the level of knowledge and attitudes the participants had and what factors contributed to this. The findings reveal that the participants had very little knowledge about Canada and fairly negative attitudes towards Canada, compared to other countries such as the United States, Japan, and the United Kingdom. Moreover, certain factors, such as sex, place of birth, and proficiency with English, impacted the level of knowledge and attitudes among the participants.

Recommended Citation

Chen, Huiwen, "The Study of Knowledge and Attitudes of Students in Chinese Universities Towards Canadian Political and Local Issues" (2015). MPA Major Research Papers. 141.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/141