Rethinking international student mobility within higher education internationalization
A systematic literature review and outcome-driven model
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transnational mobility, higher education, internationalisation, sustainabilityAbstract
The internationalization of higher education has become a priority for institutions worldwide, as it enhances academic quality, promotes global knowledge exchange, and strengthens institutional credibility. Within this context, international students play a central role in driving cross-border mobility and shaping global education systems. However, research shows that, in developing economies, the proportion of international students who participate in mobility remains lower than that in developed countries. A review of the literature further reveals a lack of research examining the interconnections among international student mobility, sustainability, and internationalization within the Sustainable Development Goals framework. To address these gaps, the present study conducts a systematic literature review of 79 research articles indexed in Scopus and Web of Science.
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