Sample Assessment Results
Below are structured examples of what students receive after completing each CourseCompass assessment. All data shown is illustrative and based on a fictional student profile.
1. Course Compass — Sample Output
Example Student Profile
- Name: Sarah M. (fictional)
- Year Group: 6th Year
- Assessment Duration: 28 minutes
RIASEC Profile
- Top RIASEC Code: ISA (Investigative–Social–Artistic)
- Primary Interest: Investigative (82%)
- Secondary Interest: Social (71%)
- Tertiary Interest: Artistic (65%)
Big Five Summary
- Openness: High (78th percentile)
- Conscientiousness: Above Average (65th percentile)
- Extraversion: Average (52nd percentile)
- Agreeableness: High (74th percentile)
- Neuroticism: Low (28th percentile)
Aptitude Scores
- Verbal Reasoning: Strong (Top 25%)
- Numerical Reasoning: Above Average (Top 35%)
- Abstract Reasoning: Strong (Top 20%)
Top 5 Course Compass Matches
- Psychology — UCD (DN700) — 94% match. "Your ISA profile strongly aligns with psychology's blend of scientific inquiry and human understanding."
- Occupational Therapy — TCD — 91% match. "Combines your Investigative and Social interests with practical, people-focused work."
- Speech & Language Therapy — UCC — 88% match. "Strong Social and Investigative alignment with excellent verbal reasoning."
- Biomedical Science — NUIG — 85% match. "Your high Investigative score and abstract reasoning suit laboratory-based science."
- Social Science — UCD — 83% match. "Broad programme matching your ISA code across multiple disciplines."
Suggested CAO Fields
- Health Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Arts & Humanities
2. Subject Interest Test — Sample Output
Top Subject Interests (Ranked)
- Biology — 92% interest alignment
- English — 87% interest alignment
- Geography — 81% interest alignment
- Art — 78% interest alignment
- Chemistry — 72% interest alignment
Recommended LC Subject Combination
- Biology (Higher), English (Higher), Chemistry (Higher), Geography (Higher), Art (Higher), Mathematics (Higher), Irish or a Modern Language (Higher)
Career Fields Aligned
- Health Sciences & Medicine
- Environmental Science
- Psychology & Social Care
- Media & Communications
3. Learning Style Assessment — Sample Output
Dominant Learning Style: Read/Write (R)
You learn most effectively through reading textbooks, making written notes, and creating lists.
Secondary Style: Visual (V)
You also benefit from diagrams, flowcharts, and colour-coded notes.
Study Strategy Recommendations
- Rewrite class notes in your own words after each lesson
- Create summary sheets and flashcards for revision
- Use mind maps and diagrams to connect concepts visually
- Read textbook chapters before class for better comprehension
4. Apprentice Compass — Sample Output
Top Apprenticeship Matches
- Electrical Apprenticeship — 89% match. Strong practical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- ICT Network Engineer — 84% match. Good analytical thinking and technology interest.
- Carpentry & Joinery — 78% match. Hands-on orientation with spatial awareness.
5. Career Values Test — Sample Output
Top Work Values
- Helping Others — Core value. Motivated by making a positive impact.
- Work-Life Balance — High priority. Flexibility and personal time matter.
- Creativity — Important. Values creative expression in work.
Motivation Pattern: Purpose-Driven
Most motivated when work has clear social impact. Careers in healthcare, education, and social enterprise would sustain long-term engagement.