This study deals with the analysis of factors influencing students’ choice of Christian
Religious Education as a career subject in private universities. A case of Catholic university
of Eastern Africa. The objectives of the study are to analyze the effect of students’ interest
in Christian Religious Education as a career subject, to explore the impact of students’
choice of Christian Religious Education in relation to job opportunities, and to determine
the influence of peer group on students’ career choice of Christian Religious Education.
The research adopts a descriptive survey design targeting students of Christian Religious
Education from Catholic university of Eastern Africa. Stratified random sampling is
employed to ensure representation, and data is collected through structured questionnaires
tailored to students. Quantitative data is analyzed using descriptive statistics. The target
population in this study was 60. Ethical considerations, including informed consent and
confidentiality, are adhered to throughout the research process. The findings of the study
indicated that the students' interest in Christian Religious Education was instrumental in
choosing the subject as a career. The justifications like the impact of the subject on moral
values, enhancing ethical knowledge, and engaging content were the most important
reasons for the students' interest. The research also explored the impact of career prospects
on students' choice to enroll in Christian Religious Education, and findings indicated that
future career opportunities in teaching, religious settings, and potential pathways for
advanced education (e.g., law school) had an impact on decision. Peer groups' influence on
students' careers was also studied, with inconsistent results on the extent of peer pressure
and influence on the choice of course. The study also confirmed other factors that affect
students' choice of Christian Religious Education as a career, providing a deep
understanding of the decision-making process. This study provides significant details
regarding the determinants and reasons for choosing Christian Religious Education as a
course of study at tertiary institutions. The study can inform educational institutions,
policymakers, and career guidance counselors in the development of strategies to counsel
and mentor students in their academic work and career progress in Christian Religious
Education.