摘要:The purpose of this study is to determine the perceptions of university student’s professional socialization process. The study adopted the qualitative research design. Easily accessible case sampling method, was used to determine the participants of the study group. The study group consisted of 16 students. The data were collected through two focus groups. The data of the study were analysed using the content analysis method. According to the findings of the content analysis the themes “adaptation to society”, “professional role achievements”, and “adoption of the profession”, and relevant sub-themes were identified. The results of the study revealed that students who were studying at both faculties expressed the concept of ‘professional socialization’ in a multidimensional way. In the light of the findings obtained from the research, it is proposed to make new curriculum arrangements that will provide the development of professional socialization for students.
关键词:Perception of professional socialization; Professional identity; University students; Focus group; Qualitative study