Benefits of Internationalisation of Higher Education through Mobility of Students and Academic Staff in Tanzania: Case of University of Dar es Salaam

Abstract

This study explored the benefits of internationalisation through mobility ofstudents and academic staff at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM).Qualitative research approach using a single holistic case study wasemployed With 31 participants. Semi-structured interviews, focus groupdiscussions and documentary review were used to collect data which wasthen analysed thematically. Findings revealed, inter alia, that mobilityof students and staff enhanced global knowledge acquisition, generationof income, international co-authorship and cultural exchange. It isrecommended that in order to benefit more from internationalisation,internationally attractive programmes should be offered by institution,marketing strategies should be enhanced by exploring customers ' preferences and a conducive environment with facilities which meet theinternational standards should be established.Keywords: global knowledge, international collaboration, knowledgeeconomy