Rentenaar, Kasper (2024) "'Where Did You Grow Up?' An Investigation into the Role of Rural-Urban Dynamics during Childhood Migration and Their Impact on the Migration Intentions of Students after Graduation". Bachelor thesis.
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Abstract
This thesis investigates the impact of childhood migration on migration intentions post-university, particularly focusing on the rural-urban dynamics. To understand the factors that influence students' decisions to pick migration destinations is crucial. The objective of this research is to identify the most influential factor throughout the decision-making process of migration. To do this, a mixed methods approach was used with the help of a survey that was sent out to a targeted sample of students that are within one year of graduation. The data collected was analyzed using a Pearson correlation test and Kruskal-Wallis test in SPSS. The results indicate that place attachment and identity as well social capital and networks are the most relevant factors contributing to a students preference of rural or urban migration. The pull factors of urban areas outweigh the push factors, with the majority of students prioritizing social integration and a sense of belonging over employment opportunities. Additionally, the perception students have of rural and urban areas were seen as the most influential factor as this perception is shaped during the formative years and influenced by the experiences individuals had during childhood. This research highlights the importance of early experiences and perceptions when understanding students' migration intentions and their preference for rural or urban areas.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Degree programme: | Human Geography and Planning |
| Supervisor: | Remund, A.P.P. |
| Date Deposited: | 14 May 2024 14:16 |
| Last Modified: | 14 May 2024 14:16 |
| URI: | https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4506 |
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