A trajetória do trabalhador estudante concludente na universidade pública no curso de Secretariado Executivo da Universidade Federal do Ceará

Abstract

This study addressed the experiences and routines of working students throughout their academic formation at the Federal University of Ceará, particularly in the Executive Secretariat course. The central objective was to comprehend the journey of these students within the university, identifying the main challenges that influenced their continuity in higher education. The methodological procedures involved collecting and evaluating, through the application of content analysis proposed by Bardin (1977), conducted via a questionnaire, relevant information to understand these challenges. The methodology adopted was qualitative and explanatory, involving bibliographic research to describe the interaction between the world of work and higher education, as well as forms with working students to capture the practical difficulties they faced. The study also included the analysis of contributions from authors such as Dubet (2013), Castelo (2007), and Gil (2021) to enrich the understanding of the dynamics studied. The study revealed the complexity of the experiences lived by worker-students, highlighting issues such as time management and the balance between academic and professional commitments. It also investigated the effectiveness of policies for expanding night class offerings and other support mechanisms provided by the university to facilitate these students' persistence. The results obtained provided valuable insights into the concrete conditions and experiences of working students, contributing to a better understanding of the challenges faced by this segment in the academic environment. Furthermore, the study pointed to the need for more adaptable and inclusive educational policies that consider the specific realities of worker-students in higher education.