An In-depth Analysis of Factors Influencing Academic Performance Among Students in Politeknik Mukah: A Comprehensive Study

Abstract

Academic performance plays a vital role in student success in higher education. Various personal and external factors impact students' learning outcomes. Recognizing these factors can help enhance educational strategies. At Politeknik Mukah, student achievement is shaped by motivation, teaching quality, learning environment, and academic resources. Understanding these key influences can assist students, educators, and policymakers in creating a more effective learning environment. Despite ongoing efforts to improve education quality, many students continue to face challenges that hinder their academic performance. Factors such as self-efficacy, the quality of lecturers, the physical learning environment, and the availability of academic resources play a significant role in shaping student success. This research aimed to identify the factors influencing academic performance among students at Politeknik Mukah. The distributed questionnaire focused on four key aspects believed to affect student success: self-efficacy, the quality of lecturers, the physical learning environment and facilities, and academic resources. The study involved approximately 327 respondents, all of whom were students at Politeknik Mukah during Session II 2023/2024. The findings revealed that all four factors had significant positive effects on students' academic performance. This research may assist students, lecturers, and management in addressing challenges to enhance educational achievement.