| Level 4 | |
| 80%+ | Knowledge and understanding of subject -Theory consistently applied to practice with evidence of high-quality critical analysis. -In depth knowledge of relevant subject matter. Academic literature -Comprehensive and in depth range of relevant knowledge and reading. -Includes sources from module reading list as well as evidence of extensive independent reading and research. Structure, organisation and academic register -Clear and suitably structured presentation. – Includes effective introduction and conclusion where appropriate, which add to the overall impact of the work. -Paragraphs are logically constructed, ordered and linked, and contribute strongly to the overall clarity of the work. – No errors in writing. References and citations -Work is accurately referenced throughout. -Reference list accurately formatted. |
| 70- 79% |
Knowledge and understanding of subject –Theory consistently applied to practice with some evidence of critical analysis Academic literature – Comprehensive range of relevant knowledge and reading. – Includes resources from the module reading list as well as evidence of significant independent reading and research. Structure, organisation and academic register -Clear and suitably structured presentation. -Includes effective introduction and conclusion where appropriate, which add to the overall impact of the work. -Paragraphs are logically constructed, ordered and linked, and contribute strongly to the overall clarity of the work. -There may be a very small number of errors in writing. References and citations -Citations used throughout. -Reference list matches in-text citations. -May include very small number of errors in presentation of citations. |
| 60- 69% |
Knowledge and understanding of subject -Broad range of relevant knowledge. -Theory consistently applied to practice with some evidence of analysis. -Awareness of current issues and their influence on practice. Academic literature -Broad range of reading, including but not limited to the module reading list. Structure, organisation and academic register -Clear and suitably structured presentation. -Includes relevant introduction and conclusion where appropriate -Paragraphs are logically constructed and linked, and contribute to overall clarity of the work. -May include small number of errors in writing. References and citations –Citations throughout. -Reference list which reflects in-text citations. -May be a small number of errors in presentation of citations and reference list. |
| 50- 59% |
Knowledge and understanding of subject –Consistent application of appropriate theory to practice with some evidence of evaluation. -A range of relevant knowledge included though this may not always be presented in the most appropriate way. Academic literature – Cites appropriate and relevant theory, mostly drawing on sources from the module reading list. – Knowledge may not be supported be reading in the most appropriate way. Structure, organisation and academic register -There may be some errors in grammar, spelling and punctuation though the meaning and intention is clear. – An appropriate structure is used, as per guidance given. References and citations –Contains in-text citation and reference list. -Referencing is likely to contain some errors but these are minor and correct authors are cited. |
| 40- 49% |
LEARNING OUTCOME MET Knowledge and understanding of subject – Describes appropriate and relevant theory. – Sometimes applies relevant knowledge to practice. Academic literature – Draws on a small number of introductory or basic sources from the core reading. Structure, organisation and academic register – Complies with assessment requirements. – Some evidence of appropriate structure; work will include paragraphs though these may not be logically constructed. – Where required there will be an attempt at an introduction and conclusion. -Meets module specific criteria. – Work likely to contain errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation. References and citations -Includes citations and a reference list. -Referencing will contain errors |
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| 30- 39% |
LEARNING OUTCOME NOT FULLY MET Knowledge and understanding of subject -Some evidence of understanding key concepts and subject area BUT a limited range of relevant theory. -Inappropriate application of theory to practice. Academic literature -Limited evidence of academic reading from the module. Structure, organisation and academic register -Does not meet all the criteria and requirements of the assignment/exam. – Lacks logical structure and sequence; introduction and conclusion will have limited effectiveness; paragraphs will not link coherently. . Multiple errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation. References and citations –Limited attempts at referencing, though this will contain errors. – Some citations demonstrate engagement with relevant reading from module. |
| 20- 29% |
LEARNING OUTCOME NOT MET Knowledge and understanding of subject – Some evidence of understanding key concepts and subject area, although this is confused, poorly expressed and somewhat incomplete. Academic literature -Very limited evidence of engaging with recommended academic reading. Structure, organisation and academic register – Fails to meet the criteria and requirements of the assignment/exam throughout. – Multiple errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation – There has been some attempt to structure the work in accordance with the set guidance, for example by attempting to include an introduction or paragraphs though these will not be well constructed. References and citations -Referencing, where included, is incorrect. |
| Below 20% |
LEARNING OUTCOME NOT MET Knowledge and understanding of subject -No evidence of understanding key concepts, module content or subject area. Academic literature –No reference to suitable literature Structure, organisation and academic register – Does not meet the set criteria, nor the learning outcomes – Multiple errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation. – There has been no attempt to structure the work in accordance with the set guidance. References and citations Referencing, where included, is incorrect. |