Comparison of Academic Stress between Basic Sciences and Social Sciences Students

Abstract

The current study explored academic stress among basic and social sciences students. Students of basic and social sciences University of Gujrat were selected as the population. Students of the 2nd and 8th semesters from both faculties were chosen randomly, so the study sample consisted of (225) students, which forms (11%) of the population. A questionnaire comprised of 30 statements was developed to explore students' academic stress levels. The tool consisted of four factors of academic stress, and it was finalized after discussion with experts to ensure objectivity, and changes were made accordingly. The reliability of the instrument was .760. Data revealed no significant difference in the level of academic stress regarding gender, locality, and faculty