Course evaluation Degree project in Public heath sciences (4FH100) Spring 2023

Respondents: 42
Answer Count: 19
Answer Frequency: 45.24%


 

In which specialization are you registered?

In which specialization are you registered?Number of responses
Public Health Epidemiology8 (42.1%)
Health Promotion and Prevention11 (57.9%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
In which specialization are you registered?1.60.532.1 %1.01.02.02.02.0

In my view, I have developed valuable expertise/skills during the course.

In my view, I have developed valuable expertise/skills during the course.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent0 (0.0%)
to a large extent6 (31.6%)
to a very large extent13 (68.4%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
In my view, I have developed valuable expertise/skills during the course.4.70.510.2 %4.04.05.05.05.0

In my view, I have achieved all the intended learning outcomes of the course.

In my view, I have achieved all the intended learning outcomes of the course.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent0 (0.0%)
to a large extent6 (31.6%)
to a very large extent13 (68.4%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
In my view, I have achieved all the intended learning outcomes of the course.4.70.510.2 %4.04.05.05.05.0

In my view, there was a common theme running throughout the course – from learning outcomes to examinations.

In my view, there was a common theme running throughout the course – from learning outcomes to examinations.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent1 (5.3%)
to a large extent7 (36.8%)
to a very large extent11 (57.9%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
In my view, there was a common theme running throughout the course – from learning outcomes to examinations.4.50.613.5 %3.04.05.05.05.0

In my view, the course has promoted a scientific way of thinking and reasoning (e.g. analytical and critical thinking, independent search for and evaluation of information).

In my view, the course has promoted a scientific way of thinking and reasoning (e.g. analytical and critical thinking, independent search for and evaluation of information).Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent0 (0.0%)
to a large extent5 (26.3%)
to a very large extent14 (73.7%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
In my view, the course has promoted a scientific way of thinking and reasoning (e.g. analytical and critical thinking, independent search for and evaluation of information).4.70.59.6 %4.04.55.05.05.0

In my view, during the course, the teachers have been open to ideas and opinions about the course’s structure and content.

In my view, during the course, the teachers have been open to ideas and opinions about the course’s structure and content.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent1 (5.3%)
to a large extent4 (21.1%)
to a very large extent14 (73.7%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
In my view, during the course, the teachers have been open to ideas and opinions about the course’s structure and content.4.70.612.4 %3.04.55.05.05.0

In my view, all students were provided with the same learning opportunities during the course.

In my view, all students were provided with the same learning opportunities during the course.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent3 (15.8%)
to a large extent8 (42.1%)
to a very large extent8 (42.1%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
In my view, all students were provided with the same learning opportunities during the course.4.30.717.2 %3.04.04.05.05.0

My ability to communicate around the subject, both orally and in writing has increased during the course.

My ability to communicate around the subject, both orally and in writing has increased during the course.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent1 (5.3%)
to a large extent4 (21.1%)
to a very large extent14 (73.7%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
My ability to communicate around the subject, both orally and in writing has increased during the course.4.70.612.4 %3.04.55.05.05.0

There was a good atmosphere during the course.

There was a good atmosphere during the course.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent1 (5.3%)
to a large extent5 (26.3%)
to a very large extent13 (68.4%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
There was a good atmosphere during the course.4.60.612.9 %3.04.05.05.05.0

I have had enough time to reflect on what I have learned.

I have had enough time to reflect on what I have learned.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent1 (5.3%)
to some extent0 (0.0%)
to a large extent11 (57.9%)
to a very large extent7 (36.8%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
I have had enough time to reflect on what I have learned.4.30.717.2 %2.04.04.05.05.0

The demands of the course were reasonable in relation to the learning outcomes.

The demands of the course were reasonable in relation to the learning outcomes.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent0 (0.0%)
to a large extent7 (36.8%)
to a very large extent12 (63.2%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
The demands of the course were reasonable in relation to the learning outcomes.4.60.510.7 %4.04.05.05.05.0

The course made me reflect on ethical issues and how to act in diverse situations.

The course made me reflect on ethical issues and how to act in diverse situations.Number of responses
to a very small extent0 (0.0%)
to a small extent0 (0.0%)
to some extent3 (15.8%)
to a large extent7 (36.8%)
to a very large extent9 (47.4%)
Total19 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
The course made me reflect on ethical issues and how to act in diverse situations.4.30.717.4 %3.04.04.05.05.0

6. I completed the following self-learning modules:

a. Module 1: Research protocol – Role and structure

a. Module 1: Research protocol – Role and structure Number of responses
YES16 (88.9%)
NO2 (11.1%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
a. Module 1: Research protocol – Role and structure 1.10.329.1 %1.01.01.01.02.0

b. Module 2: Formulating a strong research question

b. Module 2: Formulating a strong research questionNumber of responses
YES14 (77.8%)
NO4 (22.2%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
b. Module 2: Formulating a strong research question1.20.435.0 %1.01.01.01.02.0

c. Module 3: Scientific writing

c. Module 3: Scientific writingNumber of responses
YES8 (44.4%)
NO10 (55.6%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
c. Module 3: Scientific writing1.60.532.9 %1.01.02.02.02.0

d. Module 4: Polishing the key elements of the master thesis background

d. Module 4: Polishing the key elements of the master thesis backgroundNumber of responses
YES7 (41.2%)
NO10 (58.8%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
d. Module 4: Polishing the key elements of the master thesis background1.60.531.9 %1.01.02.02.02.0

e. Module 5: Presenting results

e. Module 5: Presenting resultsNumber of responses
YES8 (44.4%)
NO10 (55.6%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
e. Module 5: Presenting results1.60.532.9 %1.01.02.02.02.0

7. The content of the self-learning modules was relevant and helped me develop skills to achieve the course’s intended learning outcomes

a. Module 1: Research protocol – Role and structure

a. Module 1: Research protocol – Role and structure Number of responses
To a very small extent0 (0.0%)
To a small extent2 (11.8%)
To some extent2 (11.8%)
To a large extent6 (35.3%)
To a very large extent5 (29.4%)
Do not know/Non applicable2 (11.8%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
a. Module 1: Research protocol – Role and structure 4.21.228.4 %2.04.04.05.06.0

b. Module 2: Formulating a strong research question

b. Module 2: Formulating a strong research questionNumber of responses
To a very small extent0 (0.0%)
To a small extent1 (5.9%)
To some extent3 (17.6%)
To a large extent2 (11.8%)
To a very large extent7 (41.2%)
Do not know/Non applicable4 (23.5%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
b. Module 2: Formulating a strong research question4.61.226.8 %2.04.05.05.06.0

c. Module 3: Scientific writing

c. Module 3: Scientific writingNumber of responses
To a very small extent0 (0.0%)
To a small extent2 (11.8%)
To some extent1 (5.9%)
To a large extent1 (5.9%)
To a very large extent5 (29.4%)
Do not know/Non applicable8 (47.1%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
c. Module 3: Scientific writing4.91.428.1 %2.05.05.06.06.0

d. Module 4: Polishing the key elements of the master thesis background

d. Module 4: Polishing the key elements of the master thesis backgroundNumber of responses
To a very small extent0 (0.0%)
To a small extent0 (0.0%)
To some extent1 (5.9%)
To a large extent4 (23.5%)
To a very large extent3 (17.6%)
Do not know/Non applicable9 (52.9%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
d. Module 4: Polishing the key elements of the master thesis background5.21.019.6 %3.04.06.06.06.0

e. Module 5: Presenting results

e. Module 5: Presenting resultsNumber of responses
To a very small extent0 (0.0%)
To a small extent0 (0.0%)
To some extent1 (5.9%)
To a large extent2 (11.8%)
To a very large extent6 (35.3%)
Do not know/Non applicable8 (47.1%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
e. Module 5: Presenting results5.20.917.3 %3.05.05.06.06.0

2. I am overall satisfied with the support received from my main supervisor throughout the Degree project course.

 Number of responses
Very little 0 (0.0%)
Little 0 (0.0%)
Some0 (0.0%)
Considerable7 (41.2%)
A great deal 10 (58.8%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
 4.60.511.1 %4.04.05.05.05.0

3. How much supervision did you need/expect from your main supervisor regarding the following?  

a. Ethical approval

a. Ethical approvalNumber of responses
Very little 6 (35.3%)
Little 5 (29.4%)
Some2 (11.8%)
Considerable3 (17.6%)
A great deal 1 (5.9%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
a. Ethical approval2.31.357.2 %1.01.02.03.05.0

b. Time planning and management

b. Time planning and managementNumber of responses
Very little 7 (38.9%)
Little 3 (16.7%)
Some2 (11.1%)
Considerable4 (22.2%)
A great deal 2 (11.1%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
b. Time planning and management2.51.560.2 %1.01.02.04.05.0

c. Formulating aim and research question

c. Formulating aim and research questionNumber of responses
Very little 2 (11.1%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some6 (33.3%)
Considerable4 (22.2%)
A great deal 5 (27.8%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
c. Formulating aim and research question3.51.337.0 %1.03.03.54.55.0

d. Data management

d. Data managementNumber of responses
Very little 4 (22.2%)
Little 2 (11.1%)
Some7 (38.9%)
Considerable1 (5.6%)
A great deal 4 (22.2%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
d. Data management2.91.448.7 %1.02.03.03.55.0

e. Statistical analysis

e. Statistical analysisNumber of responses
Very little 1 (5.6%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some6 (33.3%)
Considerable4 (22.2%)
A great deal 6 (33.3%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
e. Statistical analysis3.71.231.7 %1.03.04.05.05.0

f. Interpretation of results

f. Interpretation of resultsNumber of responses
Very little 0 (0.0%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some7 (38.9%)
Considerable8 (44.4%)
A great deal 2 (11.1%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
f. Interpretation of results3.60.821.5 %2.03.04.04.05.0

g. Presentation of results

g. Presentation of results Number of responses
Very little 0 (0.0%)
Little 4 (22.2%)
Some4 (22.2%)
Considerable9 (50.0%)
A great deal 1 (5.6%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
g. Presentation of results 3.40.927.0 %2.03.04.04.05.0

h. Writing up the thesis

h. Writing up the thesisNumber of responses
Very little 2 (11.1%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some5 (27.8%)
Considerable5 (27.8%)
A great deal 5 (27.8%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
h. Writing up the thesis3.61.336.4 %1.03.04.04.55.0

i. Language editing

i. Language editingNumber of responses
Very little 5 (27.8%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some6 (33.3%)
Considerable2 (11.1%)
A great deal 4 (22.2%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
i. Language editing2.91.551.4 %1.01.53.04.05.0

4. How much supervision did you receive from your main supervisor regarding the following?

a. Literature review

a. Literature reviewNumber of responses
Very little 4 (22.2%)
Little 5 (27.8%)
Some2 (11.1%)
Considerable3 (16.7%)
A great deal 4 (22.2%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
a. Literature review2.91.552.9 %1.02.02.54.05.0

b. Ethical approval

b. Ethical approvalNumber of responses
Very little 7 (41.2%)
Little 2 (11.8%)
Some2 (11.8%)
Considerable4 (23.5%)
A great deal 2 (11.8%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
b. Ethical approval2.51.561.1 %1.01.02.04.05.0

c. Formulating aim and research question(s)

c. Formulating aim and research question(s)Number of responses
Very little 3 (16.7%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some5 (27.8%)
Considerable5 (27.8%)
A great deal 4 (22.2%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
c. Formulating aim and research question(s)3.31.441.2 %1.03.03.54.05.0

d. Data management

d. Data managementNumber of responses
Very little 5 (27.8%)
Little 3 (16.7%)
Some4 (22.2%)
Considerable3 (16.7%)
A great deal 3 (16.7%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
d. Data management2.81.553.2 %1.01.53.04.05.0

e. Statistical analysis

e. Statistical analysisNumber of responses
Very little 2 (11.1%)
Little 3 (16.7%)
Some3 (16.7%)
Considerable5 (27.8%)
A great deal 5 (27.8%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
e. Statistical analysis3.41.440.1 %1.02.54.04.55.0

f. Interpretation of results

f. Interpretation of resultsNumber of responses
Very little 1 (5.6%)
Little 2 (11.1%)
Some3 (16.7%)
Considerable7 (38.9%)
A great deal 5 (27.8%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
f. Interpretation of results3.71.231.7 %1.03.04.04.55.0

g. Presentation of results

g. Presentation of results Number of responses
Very little 1 (5.9%)
Little 6 (35.3%)
Some3 (17.6%)
Considerable4 (23.5%)
A great deal 3 (17.6%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
g. Presentation of results 3.11.340.7 %1.02.03.04.05.0

h. Writing up the thesis

h. Writing up the thesisNumber of responses
Very little 4 (22.2%)
Little 2 (11.1%)
Some4 (22.2%)
Considerable3 (16.7%)
A great deal 5 (27.8%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
h. Writing up the thesis3.21.548.7 %1.02.03.04.55.0

i. Language editing

i. Language editingNumber of responses
Very little 4 (22.2%)
Little 4 (22.2%)
Some4 (22.2%)
Considerable1 (5.6%)
A great deal 5 (27.8%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
i. Language editing2.91.652.7 %1.02.03.04.55.0

5. How much supervision did you receive from others (i.e., co-supervisor, other members of the research team) regarding the following?

a. Ethical approval

a. Ethical approvalNumber of responses
Very little 8 (47.1%)
Little 3 (17.6%)
Some3 (17.6%)
Considerable0 (0.0%)
A great deal 3 (17.6%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
a. Ethical approval2.21.568.1 %1.01.02.03.05.0

b. Time planning and management

b. Time planning and managementNumber of responses
Very little 11 (61.1%)
Little 2 (11.1%)
Some0 (0.0%)
Considerable2 (11.1%)
A great deal 3 (16.7%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
b. Time planning and management2.11.677.7 %1.01.01.03.05.0

c. Formulating aim and research question(s)

c. Formulating aim and research question(s)Number of responses
Very little 7 (38.9%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some5 (27.8%)
Considerable2 (11.1%)
A great deal 3 (16.7%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
c. Formulating aim and research question(s)2.61.558.9 %1.01.03.03.55.0

d. Data management

d. Data managementNumber of responses
Very little 6 (33.3%)
Little 2 (11.1%)
Some7 (38.9%)
Considerable0 (0.0%)
A great deal 3 (16.7%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
d. Data management2.61.455.7 %1.01.03.03.05.0

e. Statistical analysis

e. Statistical analysisNumber of responses
Very little 1 (5.6%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some4 (22.2%)
Considerable6 (33.3%)
A great deal 6 (33.3%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
e. Statistical analysis3.81.230.0 %1.03.04.05.05.0

f. Interpretation of results

f. Interpretation of resultsNumber of responses
Very little 2 (11.1%)
Little 0 (0.0%)
Some5 (27.8%)
Considerable8 (44.4%)
A great deal 3 (16.7%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
f. Interpretation of results3.61.132.3 %1.03.04.04.05.0

g. Presentation of results

g. Presentation of results Number of responses
Very little 6 (33.3%)
Little 1 (5.6%)
Some3 (16.7%)
Considerable5 (27.8%)
A great deal 3 (16.7%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
g. Presentation of results 2.91.654.3 %1.01.03.04.05.0

h. Writing up the thesis

h. Writing up the thesisNumber of responses
Very little 5 (29.4%)
Little 2 (11.8%)
Some3 (17.6%)
Considerable3 (17.6%)
A great deal 4 (23.5%)
Total17 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
h. Writing up the thesis2.91.654.4 %1.01.03.04.05.0

i. Language editing

i. Language editingNumber of responses
Very little 7 (38.9%)
Little 3 (16.7%)
Some5 (27.8%)
Considerable1 (5.6%)
A great deal 2 (11.1%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
i. Language editing2.31.458.8 %1.01.02.03.05.0

6. Did you attend research group meetings during the degree project?

6. Did you attend research group meetings during the degree project? Number of responses
Yes14 (77.8%)
No4 (22.2%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
6. Did you attend research group meetings during the degree project? 1.20.435.0 %1.01.01.01.02.0

7. Did you present your project and results to the research group?

7. Did you present your project and results to the research group? Number of responses
Yes13 (72.2%)
No5 (27.8%)
Total18 (100.0%)
 MeanStandard DeviationCoefficient of VariationMinLower QuartileMedianUpper QuartileMax
7. Did you present your project and results to the research group? 1.30.536.1 %1.01.01.01.52.0