Students’ Perceptions of Agricultural Studies in Higher Education

Abstract

Agriculture is a prominent subject in Bangladesh. This study examines the perception of selected university students on agricultural studies in Bangladesh. Mixed methods approach used to collect data from 100 randomly selected students. Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics. Findings revealed that, most of the students came from urban areas. It was observed that, while students opined that agricultural studies have wide career prospects and understandable, but many expressed highly dissatisfaction regarding the practical book writing. Students expressed that career flexibility and personal choice influenced them to consider studying agriculture while parents background had lower impact. Students also expressed that if they were taught properly, all students could learn agricultural topics more effectively. Open form of question revealed that students were mainly concerned about the education system of agriculture in higher education being highly theoretical rather than practical and tiring practical work. So, the study emphasized the need for curriculum development and effective teaching strategies for better student participation in agricultural studies.