Surveys and Assessment Reports
As part of its commitment to continuous quality improvement and quality assurance within the MÜDEK accreditation process, the Department of Civil Engineering regularly conducts a variety of stakeholder surveys. The feedback obtained through these surveys plays a crucial role in evaluating the effectiveness of the Department’s educational objectives and learning outcomes and in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
The valuable contributions of our stakeholders are collected through the Educational Objectives Assessment Survey, Employer Survey, Newly Enrolled Student Survey, Internship Organization Survey, and Alumni Survey. The findings obtained from these surveys provide important input for curriculum development, educational planning, and quality assurance activities.
We sincerely appreciate the time and effort devoted to completing these surveys. Your participation directly contributes to enhancing the quality standards of our Department and supporting its ongoing accreditation and continuous improvement efforts.
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Findings and Evaluation of the Surveys Conducted During the 2024–2025 Academic Year
Educational Objectives Assessment Survey
The Educational Objectives Assessment Survey was conducted with 63 participants to evaluate the professional status, sectoral distribution, and academic development trends of the Department's graduates. The results provide valuable feedback for assessing the effectiveness of the educational program and supporting continuous improvement efforts within the MÜDEK accreditation process.
The findings indicate that 96.8% of the respondents are actively employed as civil engineers, demonstrating the high employability of the Department’s graduates. All employed graduates reported working in multidisciplinary teams, highlighting their ability to collaborate effectively in diverse professional environments.
A sectoral analysis revealed that 81% of graduates work in the private sector, 17.5% in public institutions, and 3.09% in academia. Most graduates (82.5%) are involved in construction and management activities, while 12.7% work in design-related positions. Furthermore, 92.1% of graduates participate in international projects, demonstrating their ability to work in a global professional environment.
The survey also showed that graduates occupy a wide range of positions, including employers, consultants, project engineers, site engineers, site managers, and control engineers. In addition, many graduates continue their academic development through graduate studies, reflecting a strong commitment to lifelong learning and professional advancement.
Newly Enrolled Student Survey
The Newly Enrolled Student Survey was conducted with 43 first-year students to evaluate their motivations for choosing the Department, registration experiences, expectations, and career plans.
The results indicate that the most influential factors in choosing Civil Engineering were personal interest in the profession, opportunities for self-development, career prospects, and the established reputation of the University. More than half of the participants stated that the Department was among their first preferences during the university admission process.
While 53.5% of students expressed concerns about future employment opportunities, 46.5% reported no such concerns. Most students indicated that they experienced no significant difficulties during the registration process.
Survey findings also revealed that prospective students primarily obtained information about the Department through the University website and personal recommendations. Career expectations varied considerably, with students expressing interest in private-sector employment, public-sector careers, entrepreneurship, international opportunities, and academic careers.
The results further demonstrate that students perceive themselves as responsible, socially active, goal-oriented individuals with an interest in scientific and technological developments.
Employer Survey
The Employer Survey was conducted with seven employers representing both public and private sectors. The survey aimed to evaluate the professional competencies and workplace performance of the Department's graduates.
Employers rated graduates particularly highly in teamwork, communication, responsibility, self-confidence, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving abilities. Graduates were found to be well prepared for construction and management-related activities and capable of performing effectively in multidisciplinary working environments.
However, employers emphasized the need for further development in areas such as engineering software, professional technologies, quantity surveying, tender preparation, and practical engineering applications. Increased emphasis on computer literacy and industry-oriented training was also recommended.
These findings provide valuable guidance for curriculum development and continuous improvement efforts within the Department.
Alumni Survey
The Alumni Survey was conducted with 36 graduates to evaluate the effectiveness of the educational program in developing professional competencies.
Graduates reported strong performance in applying mathematics, science, and engineering principles to complex problems, as well as in engineering design, problem-solving, experimentation, and the use of modern engineering tools. The highest ratings were received in teamwork, lifelong learning awareness, and ethical responsibility.
Most graduates found employment shortly after graduation and are currently working in public institutions, infrastructure companies, and construction firms. In addition to technical competence, graduates emphasized the importance of communication skills, project management, and professional responsibility in their careers.
Feedback from alumni also highlighted the need to further strengthen laboratory facilities, practical training opportunities, and application-oriented courses. Many respondents recommended increasing instruction in engineering software, quantity surveying, project management, and field-based engineering practices to improve graduates' readiness for professional life.
General Evaluation
The survey results demonstrate that graduates of the Department of Civil Engineering possess strong technical knowledge, teamwork abilities, ethical awareness, and professional adaptability. Employers and alumni generally expressed satisfaction with the quality of education provided by the Department, while also identifying opportunities for improvement in practical training, laboratory infrastructure, and the integration of modern engineering technologies.
The findings obtained from these surveys are systematically incorporated into the Department’s continuous improvement process and serve as an important component of its quality assurance framework within the MÜDEK accreditation system.