Exploring the Benefits of Fieldwork Courses in the Plantation Management Programme:

A Case Study

Abstract

FFieldwork is an active learning approach that plays a vital role in numerous academic programmes. It provides practical, hands-on experiences that prepare students for real-world professional environments. This research aimed to investigate the benefits of fieldwork courses and their impact on the learning experiences and academic performance of undergraduate students enrolled in the Plantation Management Programme at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). This study employed quantitative research utilising a survey method. A series of questionnaires was randomly distributed via Google Forms, with responses received from 105 students. Statistical analyses, including descriptive, reliability, and regression analyses, were conducted using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 28 to interpret the gathered data. The study findings reveal that respondents strongly agreed on the benefits of fieldwork, particularly in experiential learning (µ = 4.448), skill development (µ = 4.391), and teamwork and collaboration skills (µ = 4.438). Regression analysis indicated a significant impact on the development of teamwork and collaboration skills (p < 0.001). The study confirms that the benefits gained from fieldwork courses include experiential learning exposure, enhanced skill development, and improved teamwork and collaboration skills.