Relationship between Academic Motivation, Academic Resilience and Academic Achievement among University Students

Abstract

The present study was undertaken to find out the academic motivation, academic resilience, and academic achievement connection among university students. The dependent variable is academic achievement while motivation and resilience are independent variables. In addition, gender differences on all three variables were measured. Using the design of quantitative correlational analysis, data were collected from samples of university students through self-report questionnaires and examination records. The Pearson correlations indicated significant positive relationships between both academic motivation and academic resilience with academic achievement. The independent sample t-Test showed that female students scored significantly higher than male students on dimensions of motivation, resilience, and academic achievement. Therefore, it becomes clear that efforts need to be made to scale up motivation and resilience, which would ultimately help in improving academic performance. In clarifying these psychological factors that support students' academic success, these findings will add to existing literature and ensure gender-sensitive interventions to improve student outcomes.