Self-Confidence Levels Among University Students

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Authors: Rawaa Jaafar Abd Al-Mayahy
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Abstract

General Background University education increasingly requires students to possess strong psychological attributes to cope with academic and social demands. Specific Background Self-confidence is a key psychological construct that supports learning, motivation, and academic engagement among university students. Knowledge Gap Despite its importance, limited empirical evidence exists on self-confidence levels among university students across gender and academic specialization in the local context. Aims This study aims to identify the level of self-confidence among university students and examine differences according to gender and specialization. Results The findings indicate measurable levels of self-confidence among students, with statistically significant differences based on gender and academic specialization. Novelty The study applies a self-confidence scale grounded in Bandura’s theoretical framework within a university context. Implications The results provide empirical support for integrating psychological development programs into higher education to support student success. Keywords: Self-Confidence, University Students, Gender Differences, Academic Specialization, Educational Psychology Key Findings Highlights: University students demonstrate identifiable levels of self-confidence Differences appear across demographic and academic categories Bandura-based measurement provides reliable assessment outcomes

Fields of Study & Subjects

Education Achievement and Giftedness Student Stress and Coping Higher Education Research Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Academia Open
Volume
11
Issue
1
Publication date
10 February 2026
Language
EN