The state of knowledge in social self-efficacy among international students

A systematic literature review

Authors

  • Tri Dang Nguyen University of New South Wales, Australia
  • Marie McGregor University of New South Wales, Australia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32674/sqhy4r92

Keywords:

social self-efficacy, international students, psychological adjustment

Abstract

To examine the existing body of empirical research on social self-efficacy in international students, a systematic review of the peer-reviewed literature was conducted, with a focus on articles published between 2013 and 2024. Four inclusion and exclusion criteria guided the search process across the Scopus, ProQuest, PsycINFO, and ERIC databases. A total of ten studies met the inclusion criteria, with thematic synthesis revealing three themes: psychological adjustment, social interaction, and university support. We reflect on these themes concerning supporting the social self-efficacy of international students. Our findings underscore the need for future research in this area while initiating a conversation on how tertiary institutions can effectively support international students.

Author Biographies

  • Tri Dang Nguyen, University of New South Wales, Australia

    TRI DANG NGUYEN, MEd Student, is a master’s student pursuing a Master of Education in Educational Studies at the University of New South Wales, Australia. Major research interests lie in international student experiences, student motivation, student engagement, and social cognitive theory.
    Email: tdang.nguyen.au.85@gmail.com

    ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-5473-6453

  • Marie McGregor, University of New South Wales, Australia

    MARIE MCGREGOR, PhD, is a Lecturer and Director of the Bachelor of Education program in the School of Education at the University of New South Wales in Australia. Marie's research focuses on supporting the motivational needs of gifted learners in the classroom to facilitate talent development. She is also interested in student engagement and well-being, as well as supporting gifted learners with disabilities through targeted, focused interventions.

    Email: marie.mcgregor@unsw.edu.au

    ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5967-5078

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Nguyen, T. D., & McGregor, M. (2025). The state of knowledge in social self-efficacy among international students: A systematic literature review. Journal of International Students, 15(7), 176-198. https://doi.org/10.32674/sqhy4r92