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ArticleInternational journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being2024

Higher education as a pathway for female immigrants' establishment and well-being in Sweden.

My Blomberg, Jennie Ryding, Krister Hertting

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Article in International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

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3 authors.

My BlombergSchool of Health & Welfare, Halmstad University, Halmstad, Sweden.
Jennie RydingDepartment of Social and Behavioural Studies, University West, Trollhättan, Sweden.ORCID 0000-0001-6267-5802
Krister HerttingSchool of Health & Welfare, Halmstad University, Halmstad, Sweden.ORCID 0000-0002-1673-2850

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeThis study focuses on higher education as a pathway to establishment in a new society for female immigrants and its role in well-being. Building on previous research that highlights social capital and empowerment as significant factors for successful establishment in a new society, and experiencing well-being, this study aims to explore if higher education can promote female immigrants' establishment in Swedish society.

methodsInterviews were used to explore female immigrants' experiences of higher education and establishment in Swedish society. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the empirical material, generating a nuanced understanding of the studied topic.

resultsHigher education was found to promote establishment in Swedish society, ultimately leading to an experience of well-being. Pursuing higher education was perceived as a means of achieving personal fulfilment and success while fostering new social connections. Important factors in pursuing higher education included favourable living conditions, personal motivation, and a positive educational attitude.

conclusionThe study provides insights into female immigrants' higher education experiences in a context that promotes establishment in Swedish society and well-being. However, more research is needed to fully investigate the driving factors for female immigrants pursuing higher education, considering their migrant background and living conditions.

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Emigrants and ImmigrantsAdultEducational StatusFemaleHumansMiddle AgedMotivationPersonal SatisfactionQualitative ResearchSocial CapitalSwedenYoung Adultfemale immigrantshealthHigher educationintegrationwell-being

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PMID38870406
PMCPMC11177707

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