A SURVEY ON THE EVALUATION OF STUDENT CONDUCT SCORES AND INFLUENCING FACTORS AT SCHOOL OF PHARMACY – UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY AT HO CHI MINH CITY
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Background: In addition to academic performance, universities utilize the Student Conduct Score (SCS) to comprehensively evaluate students across various dimensions. However, studies examining the assessment of SCS remain limited. Objective: To investigate factors associated with SCS classification, student satisfaction, influencing elements, and recommendations for improving the SCS evaluation system from the perspective of students at the School of Pharmacy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City. Materials and methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 1948 pharmacy students in 2025. Data were collected through an online survey using Likert scales and open-ended questions. Data analysis was performed using SPSS software with Chisquare tests and thematic analysis by two independent researchers. Results: A total of 1,948 students participated, yielding a response rate of 71.86% (67.71% female). The proportion of students engaged in scientific research or serving as class officers/Youth Union – Student Association leaders or members of clubs/teams achieved a SCS rating of “Good” or higher at higher rates (87.69%, 89.12%, and 84.19%, respectively; p < 0.001). Most students held a positive view of the SCS evaluation system, with criteria scores ranging from 2.82 to 4.04 (on a 5-point Likert scale). The main motivator was the engaging and beneficial nature of extracurricular activities, while the primary barrier was a dense academic and examination schedule. Among 392 open-ended responses, 206 (52.55%) suggested automating the SCS evaluation system, and 101 (25.77%) recommended increasing SCS scores proportionally for specific activities. Conclusion: Most pharmacy students expressed satisfaction with the current SCS evaluation system. These findings provide insights for the university to consider in refining and enhancing the SCS assessment process.
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Conduct score, associated factors, satisfaction level, pharmacy students
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