Sense of coherence and life satisfaction among Jordanian university students

Authors

  • Farah Abu Khadra University of Pécs, Hungary Applied Science Private University, Jordan
  • Aseel Aburub Applied Science Private University, Jordan
  • Anwaar Amro Applied Science Private University, Jordan
  • Zoltán Csapek University of Pécs, Hungary
  • Bendeguz Kertai University of Pécs, Hungary
  • Sára Jeges University of Pécs, Hungary
  • Ákos Levente Tóth University of Pécs, Hungary

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32674/bhsyk247

Keywords:

International Students, Life Satisfaction, Sense of Coherence, University Students, Optimal Living Profile-Modified

Abstract

This study examines university students' life satisfaction, well-being, and sense of coherence. It focuses on Jordanian students studying in Jordan and those studying abroad in Hungary by using the Optimal Living Profile-Modified, evaluating well-being and life satisfaction, and the Sense of Coherence, measuring comprehensibility, manageability, and meaningfulness. Data from 307 students revealed that while demographics affect SOC, the role of cultural context was significant. Jordanian students studying in Hungary reported stronger meaningfulness, highlighting the impact of international students' experiences. Emotional and social health dimensions were predictors of life satisfaction, with SOC indirectly influencing life satisfaction through the emotional health dimension. This study contributes to understanding how SOC can shape well-being among university students locally or abroad, offering insights into interventions for enhancing student well-being in higher education.

Author Biographies

  • Farah Abu Khadra, University of Pécs, Hungary Applied Science Private University, Jordan

    Farah Abu Khadra, PhD Candidate at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, with a research interest in Health Promotion, Wellness, Health Sociology, Life Satisfaction, Cross-Cultural, and Recreation. Email: A014bk@pte.hu

  • Aseel Aburub, Applied Science Private University, Jordan

    Aseel Aburub, Assistant Dean and Head of the Physiotherapy Department at the Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, Applied Science Private University, with a research interest in movement disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis, while exploring the impact of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation on improving the quality of life for individuals with these conditions.

    Email: a_abualrob@asu.edu.jo

  • Anwaar Amro, Applied Science Private University, Jordan

    Anwaar Amro, Neuromuscular Physiotherapist and MSc candidate at the University of Jordan - Teacher Assistant in the physiotherapy department at Applied Sciences Private University, with a research interest in cardiopulmonary and orthopedic rehabilitation.

    Email: anwaar.amro98@gmail.com

  • Zoltán Csapek, University of Pécs, Hungary

    Zoltán Csapek, Computer Scientist and a software developer at the Educational Technology and Development Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs-Hungary.

    Email: zoltan.csapek@etk.pte.hu

  • Bendeguz Kertai, University of Pécs, Hungary

    Bendegúz Kertai, Demonstrator at the Institute of Sport Sciences and Physical Education, Faculty of Sciences, University of Pécs-Hungary with a research interest in Pedagogy, Education, Teaching, and Learning.

    Email: kertaib@gamma.ttk.pte.hu

  • Sára Jeges, University of Pécs, Hungary

    Sára Jeges, Professor Emerita at the Doctoral School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs-Hungary with a research interest in Statistics, Wellness, Health Promotion, and Sense of Coherence – Email: jegessara@gmail.com

  • Ákos Levente Tóth, University of Pécs, Hungary

    Ákos Levente Tóth, Associate Professor at the Institute of Sport Sciences and Physical Education, Faculty of Sciences, University of Pécs-Hungary, with a research interest in Sports Sciences, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation. Email: tothahu@gmail.com

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Abu Khadra, F., Aburub, A., Amro, A., Csapek, Z., Kertai, B. ., Jeges, S., & Tóth, Ákos L. . (2025). Sense of coherence and life satisfaction among Jordanian university students. Journal of International Students, 15(8), 141-160. https://doi.org/10.32674/bhsyk247

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