Assessment of Knowledge, Perception, and Attitude Towards Causes Related to Climate Change Among the Undergraduates of the Non-Science Students of Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perlis Branch
Keywords:
Attitudes, Climate Change, Knowledge, Non-Science Students, UndergraduatesAbstract
The purpose of this study is to assess the respondents’ knowledge and attitudes towards causes related
to climate change and their behaviour towards climate change. An online questionnaire has been
distributed to non-science students at the Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Perlis, Kampus Arau,
Perlis. A total of 42 respondents have responded to the survey. The study assesses the participant’s
knowledge of climate change, attitude, and individual behaviour to cope with climate change. Most
respondents offered positive responses to the questions about climate change knowledge and attitudes,
as well as their perceptions of climate change. The study also acknowledges the awareness of climate
change that has been raised among non-science students. Additionally, this isto support the appropriate
climate change initiatives in conjunction with the proposed policies that promote sustainable
development.
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