Challenges of Fieldwork Courses for Undergraduate Students in the Plantation Management Program at UiTM

Authors

  • Nur Qursyna Boll Kassim Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Melaka, Kampus Jasin, 77300 Merlimau, Melaka, Malaysia
  • Nurul Hidayah Mohd Khairlani Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Sarawak, Kampus Mukah, 96400 Mukah, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Nur Masriyah Hamzah Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Pahang, Kampus Jengka, 26400 Bandar Tun Razak Jengka, Pahang, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI21.6078

Keywords:

Challenges, Course, Fieldwork, Plantation

Abstract

Fieldwork is crucial in Plantation Management programs, bridging theory and practice. This study identifies various challenges of fieldwork courses and their impacts on undergraduate students' learning experiences in the Plantation Management Program at UiTM. Quantitative research via Google Forms surveyed 131 students. SPSS 28 analyzed data using descriptive, correlation, and regression methods. Findings highlight physical activity (µ=3.83), academic support (µ=3.90), and safety concerns (µ=3.89) as primary challenges. Correlation shows physical activity relates positively to career readiness (r (129) =.378, p=.001). This research informs administrators about challenges, aiding in solutions exploration. Future studies should focus on mitigating fieldwork challenges.

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2024-07-17

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Kassim, N. Q. B., Mohd Khairlani, N. H., & Hamzah, N. M. (2024). Challenges of Fieldwork Courses for Undergraduate Students in the Plantation Management Program at UiTM. Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, 9(SI21), 31–37. https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI21.6078

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