The Influence of Family Factors on Students Choice of Major

Abstract

The family factors have a crucial influence on the choice of occupations. The present study analyzed the family factors through a combination of qualitative and quantitative research. Methods used in the present study were the professional disposition research method and Colaizzis qualitative research method. The study showed that students from better-off families had clear preferences for humanities and social sciences majors, while children from less well-off families had to give priority to such issues as income and tuition fees. The analysis of the qualitative study found that at this stage, different genders were more significantly influenced by family factors, with female being more impacted by family factors than male. This study suggests that future research on students professional choices should pay attention to family factors. Concerning the family environment, this study illustrates its significant role in students choice of major and their future development. Parents should choose a more suitable major for their students based on the family background and the students interests.