Soobiah, Daryian (2024) Understanding well-being in academia: discerning the conceptualisation of well-being and the importance of relatedness for Dutch and international students. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
This study aimed at conceptualising well-being in academia whilst making use of qualitative methods. Through the qualitative method, semi-structured interviews were incorporated, whereby data was gathered on how students perceive and experience their well-being in university. In addition, we delved into the extent to which there is a difference in the need expression of relatedness between Dutch and International students. Making use of the already cemented theoretical perspectives of positive psychology, and the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) we guided our research in an attempt to qualitatively validate students’ voices in relation to well-being. Through our exploration, we were able to conceptualise well-being through the various aspects of the SDT, namely relatedness, autonomy, and competence. Factors such as physical well-being, mental well-being, and work-life balance were also brought to light following the student interviews. In addition, the concept of resilience was prominent suggesting its presence within academia. Alongside the confirmed relevance of the students, there were notable differences between Dutch and International students regarding the manifestation of relatedness. Whilst Dutch students could be seen to fulfil this need outside of academia, internationals were seen to have an urge to attain this need within the academic context. It would be beneficial to explore more extensive facets of academic life which would aid in fostering sense a of belonging and increasing academic drive, leading to greater well-being. Key Words: well-being, academia, qualitative research, students, university, relatedness, competence, autonomy
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Supervisor name: | Ballato, L. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | None [Bachelor Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 18 Jul 2024 09:19 |
| Last Modified: | 18 Jul 2024 09:19 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/3964 |
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