The purpose of this study is to examine university students’ behaviours and perceptions relating to part-time working, particularly the impact of external factors such as COVID-19, on their work activity.
A structured, online questionnaire was issued to Business Management students at a UK university. A total of 123 responses were received.
The study offers a unique insight into the effects of Covid-19 on students’ perceptions regarding part-time work.
It is important for universities to understand the motivations of students and their current circumstances, since these could affect students’ academic performance and wellbeing and well as their employability, and as a consequence, influence university policy.
The study offers a unique insight into the effects of prevailing external factors in particular Covid-19 on students’ perceptions regarding part-time work.
