1. CREATIVE ARTS PROGRAMME STUDENT SURVEY

The School of Creative Arts (formerly Drama, Film and Music) are scheduled for a Quality Review in November 2018. In preparation for the review the Disciplines of Drama, Film and Music request that you complete this Student Survey, the outcomes of which will inform the review.

The review is being conducted as part of Trinity College’s continuing commitment to quality teaching and learning and to inform the strategic direction of the School of Creative Arts, the programmes it offers to students and the learning environment in which students receive Teaching & Learning on those programmes.

We welcome your input into this endeavour.  Students will be invited to meet the External Review Team during the on-site visit.  If you are interested please speak to your Class Representative or contact the Quality Office at Quality.Officer@tcd.ie.

Student anonymity is assured in responding to this Survey.

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* 1. UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY:

Please indicate by placing a tick below the programme you are taking:

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* 2. Please indicate by placing a tick below the year in which you are currently enrolled.

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* 3. POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY:

Please indicate by placing a tick below the programme you are taking:

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* 4. Please indicate by placing a tick below the year in which you are currently enrolled.

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* 5. OVERALL PROGRAMME ORGANISATION: during my current programme of study,

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I found the programme advertising and promotion materials helpful in making the decision to enrol in my programme
I found the Orientation Programme useful
I find the programme handbook(s) a useful resource
I know about the School website
I find the School website a useful resource
I know where the School(s) Office(s) is/are located
The Departmental Office(s) provide me with helpful support
The programme timetable(s) facilitates my learning
I find the module choice registration process in Sophister years straightforward
Overall the programme is well organised

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* 6. OVERALL PROGRAMME TEACHING AND LEARNING: during the programme of study,

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Learning outcomes are made clear at the beginning of each module
My lecturers present the lecture materials in an effective manner
The various parts of the module (lectures, seminar, workshops) are linked
There is a good choice of modules available in Sophister years
The sequence of modules is logical and builds on previous study
The programme strikes a balance between academic and practical elements
Lecture materials are made available (hand-outs or online resources e.g on Blackboard)
There are opportunities for active learning in the lectures, seminars, workshops
Seminars and Workshops provide a useful complement to the lectures
There is sufficient flexibility in teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles
I gained a broad overview of my field of knowledge in Drama/Film/Music
My interest in my field has been stimulated
Programme materials are relevant
Programme materials are up-to-date
Programme materials are available on time

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* 7. TEACHING AND LEARNING cont/d: Participation in the Creative Arts Programme has enhanced my:

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analytical skills
problem-solving skills
technical skills e.g. technical theatre, digital media, music technology skills, screen writing and film production
oral communication skills
written communication skills
presentation skills
performance skills
research skills

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* 8. OVERALL PROGRAMME ASSESSMENT: during my programme of study,

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The assessment and examination requirements were communicated clearly
The assessment workload is manageable
I am provided with enough variety in assessment methods
I receive timely feedback on assessments
The feedback I receive on assessments has been useful
Assessment methods allow me to demonstrate my knowledge
Assessment methods allow me to demonstrate my skills
Assessment methods allow me to demonstrate my proficiency in my discipline

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* 9. TSM PROGRAMME STUDENTS ONLY

  Strongly agree Agree Disagree Strongly disagree
As a TSM student I have sufficient administrative support from my disciplines
Sufficient information is made available about non-EU and Erasmus exchanges
The workload across the two subjects is manageable
My learning in one subject benefited my performance in the other subject

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* 10. POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY

How often do you have arranged meetings with your supervisor?

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* 11. POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about supervision?

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My supervisor(s) helps me to identify my training and development needs as a researcher.
My supervisor(s) has the skills and subject knowledge to support my needs.
My supervisor(s) provides feedback that helps me direct my research activities.
My supervisor(s) is available to me outside planned scheduled appointments.

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* 12. LEARNING ENVIRONMENT:

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The lecture theatres are suitable to my learning needs
Seminar facilities are suitable to my learning needs
Performance spaces are suitable to my learning needs
I have access to a suitable research space
There are sufficient flexible teaching and learning spaces to engage in active learning
Students have an identifiable space in which to engage with one another and develop a sense of community
Other than my Department, I know whom I can approach within the School if I am concerned about any aspect of my Degree Programme  
I am satisfied with the overall learning environment available to me as a Student in the School of Creative Arts

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* 13. LEARNING RESOURCES:

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The IT facilities available are suitable to my learning needs
Online learning resources (e.g. Blackboard, audio–recordings, podcasts) are available
Programme materials and learning resources are available from the library
I source programme materials and learning resources from the library on a regular basis
I have made use of additional learning supports available to me in Trinity College e.g. Student Learning Development; Library training, IT training
I am satisfied with the overall learning resources available

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* 14. PRACTICAL ELEMENTS OF THE PROGRAMME:

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The delivery of the practical components aligned with the handout materials
Learning outcomes from the practical elements were achieved
The instructor(s) fostered a productive learning environment
The instructor(s) fostered a stimulating learning environment 
The instructor(s) was available to address queries outside class
I received an sufficient individual attention during the practical elements
Assessment methods and criteria were communicated clearly in all practical modules
I received timely feedback on practical elements of my programme
The feedback I received on practical elements has been useful to my learning

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* 15. OVERALL PROGRAMME:

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The overall workload of my programme feels about right
The programme as a whole is meeting my expectations
I would recommend the programme to someone else
If I could start all over again, I would choose the same programme
PROFILE:

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* 16. Gender:

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* 17. Nationality:

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* 18. Did you enter Trinity via:

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* 19. Are you registered with the College Disability Service?

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* 20. Please list the best 3 aspects of your current programme

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* 21. Please list 3 possible improvements of your current programme

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* 22. What suggestions for the strategic direction of the School would offer the most benefits to future cohorts of students?

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