Factors that Influence career choice among Makerere University Students
Abstract
Career choice significantly impacts different aspects of most people’s lives, which constantly
require improvement. Therefore, this research study aimed at examining the factors that influence
students career choices at Makerere University. The study was qualitative and the design used was
descriptive in nature. Data was collected from participants in form of semi-structured interviews
with the help of an interview guide. The results were then analyzed thematically by obtaining the
common patterns and peculiar aspects that emerged from the interviews. These themes were
thereafter compared with results from previous studies to determine the impact of this study. The
study found out that family, individual preferences and abilities, and career guidance greatly
influence students’ career choices. Outstanding as these maybe, several factors interrelate to
determine one’s career choice.