Referencing 10% Literature is accurately integrated into the text. All sources acknowledged. APA citation method used consistently. Literature is accurately integrated into the text. Most sources acknowledged. APA citation method used consistently. Literature not integrated into the text, or not used. Sources not acknowledged. APA method either very poorly or not used.

Coherent and logical framework 25% All strands of the argument are consistent and supported by evidence. Conclusions are innovative and convincing. Follows a logical process. The argument is generally consistent and supported by evidence. Conclusions are drawn from the evidence presented. Follows a logical process. The argument is inconsistent, and lacks supporting evidence. Conclusions are either not drawn, or cannot be supported by the evidence offered. Does not follow a logical process. Quality of conclusion 10% Identifies significant points from preceding discussion. Draws together main threads of argument. Makes a concluding statement based on these arguments. No new information introduced Summarises main points effectively. No new information introduced. Fails to summarise main points. Introduces new information.

Evidence of research and wider reading 25% Demonstrates sound knowledge of an extensive range of appropriate and current literature. Demonstrates some knowledge of a range of appropriate and current literature. Demonstrates little knowledge of appropriate literature. Critical analysis 20% Sound understanding of and ability to compare theories. Sophisticated analysis. Critical approach to literature. Sound understanding of theories. Attempts to analyse or take a critical approach to literature. Lacks understanding. Relies on description. Inadequate level of analysis and criticism.

Coursework Marking Criteria Criterion Weighting Merit: 65% and above Pass: 40 – 64% Fail: less than 40% Presentation & style 10% Neat, legible presentation. Correct spelling. Accurate grammar and punctuation. Meaning clear and fluid with an articulate academic writing style. Neat, legible presentation. Occasional spelling errors. Mainly accurate grammar and punctuation. Coherent meaning and fluent writing style. Untidy and difficult to read. Significantly poor spelling. Poor grammar and punctuation. Meaning unclear. Language lacks fluency.

Word count and Submission Date As per breakdown above, the report should be around 3000 words long (10% below or above the limit is acceptable). Please state your word count on the assessment front cover. Please also note that this assessment accounts for 90% of your final mark. NB: The report must be referenced following the APA Referencing System and you must support your arguments and recommendations with academic theory.

Your report should include the following the following sections: • Introduction: 200 words • Body: 2500 words (accounting for the 4 parts detailed above) • Conclusion: 300 words • A list of references (adhering to the APA Referencing Style) • Appendices (if appropriate).