First year physics student survey 2009

Survey of First Year Physics Undergraduates

The Education Group of the IOPI in May 2009 carried out a survey of first year undergraduates on motivation and key influencing factors on their decision to study physics. The survey of 199 students across six of the Irish institutions, specifically looked at areas such as previous practical experience, prior engagement with colleges, national outreach activities, the influence of family, friends and teachers as well as the student's interest in the subject.

Download the survey report here (Word, 230 KB)

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