Mathematics provides an effective way of building mental discipline and encourages logical reasoning and mental rigor. In addition, mathematical knowledge plays a crucial role in understanding the contents of other subjects such as science, social studies, and even music and art. Mathematics was introduced in first year undergraduate course, primarily to increase the mathematical skills and knowledge required even in social science, humanities, commerce, accountancy and other aligned fields. The University had noted that the subject shall be beneficial to students, who want to pursue higher education in social sciences, commerce, fine arts and biological sciences. This paper is an attempt to explore the perceptions of students on Mathematics in the first year undergraduate course. A total number of 113 respondents were formed as a sample size. Data was accumulated through well-structured questionnaire. The paper suggests a few strategies to promote interest and confidence in the subject of Mathematics.
Key words: Mathematics, Students’ perception, undergraduate course.
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