ĐỘNG LỰC VÀ RÀO CẢN TRONG HOẠT ĐỘNG NGHIÊN CỨU KHOA HỌC CỦA SINH VIÊN TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC Y DƯỢC CẦN THƠ

Abstract

Background: Scientific research can be defined as creative and systematic work carried out to increase new knowledge and create new products for the development of society. Therefore, actively participating in scientific research is very necessary, especially for university students. Objectives: To describe the motivation and barriers to scientific research activities of students at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Materials and methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted with 3239 students at Can Tho University of Medicine from October 2022 to December 2022 using the Google Form tool. The research motivation of the students included 7 aspects categorized into 3 Likert scales. The barriers faced by the students encompassed aspects of personal and systemic barriers. Results: Show students' motivations to participate in scientific research: 79.9% have opportunities for career development, 77.9% develop scientific research skills, 76.9% promoted teamwork skills, 73.2% increased their chances of graduate study, and 72.6% increased personal skills. Barriers affecting students' participation in scientific research: personal barriers (skills and knowledge account for 62.3%), systemic barriers (lack of orientation and research training account for 56.9%). Conclusion: To enhance research activities among students, the university should organize short-term courses, workshops, and specialized sessions to provide knowledge and guidance in research. These initiatives aim to equip students with the necessary skills and offer direction for their research endeavors.