American
International
University-
Bangladesh

Students & Supervisors

Abstract

"As populations in urban areas increase, university students are experiencing longer commute times, particularly in metropolitan regions. This may affect their daily routines and academic performance. Extended travel time can lead to stress, fatigue, and reduced time for studying and rest, which may lower academic achievement and overall satisfaction. Since academic success relies heavily on effective time management, long commutes can disrupt this balance. Although global studies have explored this issue, there is a lack of region-specific research. Focusing on urban areas in Bangladesh—especially Dhaka, which is known for severe traffic congestion— can offer locally relevant insights. This study aims to quantify the impact of commute time on academic performance and inform policy decisions related to student transportation and campus planning. Objectives The primary objective of this research is to find out whether a relationship exists between the length of daily commute and students’ academic performance. Additionally, the study aims to explore how variations in commuting duration influence academic outcomes such as GPA or other performance metrics. It also seeks to assess the impact of other factors such as mode of transportation and study habits on academic performance to identify possible confounding variables. To achieve these goals, the study will utilize computational methods. Data Sources Data for the study will be collected through both primary and secondary sources. Primary data will be gathered using structured surveys or questionnaires distributed to university students, aimed at collecting firsthand information on their daily commute durations, academic performance, and related factors such as study habits, modes of transportation, and participation in extracurricular activities. Secondary data will involve the use of public datasets or official reports on local transportation statistics to contextualize commute times, including average travel durations and traffic congestion levels. Variables Under Study The study will focus on two main variables: the independent variable is daily commute duration, measured in minutes or hours and potentially categorized by mode of transport such as bus, car, bicycle, bike, or walking. The dependent variable is academic performance, which will be assessed using indicators like GPA, exam scores, or other measures of overall academic achievement. Additional variables include demographic information such as age, gender, and socio-economic background; academic factors like study habits (e.g., hours of study per day), course load, and class attendance; and other contextual factors including mode of transportation, urban versus rural residency, and distance from campus."

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Publication Details

• Type of Publication: Conference 
• Conference Name: 1st International Conference on Social Science(ICSS-2025)
• Date of Conference: 14/05/2025 - 14/05/2025
• Venue: "Virtual Class Room, 2nd floor, Academic Bulding-03, Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur."
• Organizer: Organizer Faculty of Social Science, Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur, Bangladesh