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Zhiyuan Zhang, & Pengfei Chen. (2025). A Study on the Sustainable Career Development Competencies of University Students in Zhejiang Province, China. Environment and Social Psychology, 10(11), ESP-4208. https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i11.4208

A Study on the Sustainable Career Development Competencies of University Students in Zhejiang Province, China

Zhiyuan Zhang

Dhurakij Pundit University, Bangkok,10210, Thailand

Pengfei Chen

Dhurakij Pundit University, Bangkok,10210, Thailand


DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i11.4208


Keywords: University Students; Awareness of Sustainable Development; Sustainable Career Development Competencies; Aesthetic Experience

Abstract

This study, based on empirical analysis of 656 valid questionnaires, investigates the relationship between university students' awareness of sustainable development, aesthetic experience, and career competencies in Zhejiang Province. The findings indicate that awareness of sustainable development significantly impacts both career competencies and aesthetic experience, with aesthetic experience partially mediating the relationship. Additionally, gender and educational background show significant differences in students' awareness of sustainable development, aesthetic experience, and career competencies. The study suggests that enhancing students' awareness of sustainable development and aesthetic literacy improves career competencies and positively impacts social responsibility.

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