Abstract

This research aimed to identify the key factors contributing to the success of first-year engineering students at private higher education institutions (HEIs) in Egypt. It specifically examined how various independent variables influence the success of these students, measured as the dependent variable. By analyzing these relationships, the study seeks to pinpoint key success factors (KSFs) for first year engineering students in this specific educational context. The research work employed a mixed methods approach, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The quantitative analysis involved collecting data through a survey administered to a sample of first year engineering students at private universities in Egypt. The survey collected data on student-related factors such as age, gender, perceptions and preconceptions, previous knowledge, study habits, parental education, and ethnicity, as well as institutional-related factors such as curriculum structure, professors' pedagogical competencies, professors' scientific competencies, and academic support services. The collected data were statistically analyzed by conducting a multivariate regression analysis. The qualitative aspect of the research work involved conducting interviews with first year engineering students to gather more in-depth insights into their experiences and perceptions. The interviews focused on exploring the students' perspectives on the factors that contribute to their success, as well as any challenges they may have faced during their first year of engineering studies. The study's findings provide valuable insights into the key factors that contribute to the success of first-year engineering students at private universities in Egypt, which can inform the development of effective strategies to support student success. The results of this research work contribute to the existing literature on student success in engineering and may inform future research in this area.

School

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department

International & Comparative Education Department

Degree Name

MA in Educational Leadership

Graduation Date

Summer 6-15-2024

Submission Date

5-23-2024

First Advisor

Ibrahim Karkouti

Committee Member 1

Daria Mizza

Committee Member 2

Raghda El Ebrashi

Extent

115 p.

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Institutional Review Board (IRB) Approval

Approval has been obtained for this item

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