Exploring Indonesian students’ intercultural competence in Taiwan: From language appraisal and transitivity analysis

Studying overseas is challenging for international students, especially Indonesian students studying in Taiwan. The study explores six Indonesian students pursuing their studies in a public university in Taiwan. The researcher explores their intercultural competence when they decided to study, the challenges of adapting to the academic environment and Taiwanese culture, and their hopes for the future. The study uses a narrative inquiry design to explore the participants’ stories. The researchers analyze the data using language appraisal and transitivity analysis to gain an insightful interpretation. The research offers a more personal understanding of how Indonesian students in Taiwan develop intercultural competence via their lived experience.