Assessment

Summative Assessment

In each 15 credit unit there will be a requirement for a substantial piece of written work (3000 words) which will be summatively assessed by the unit leader. The form of this work (essay, action plan, report, research proposal etc) and methods of assessment will be chosen so as to be appropriate to the subject matter.

It is necessary to pass the summative assessment for each unit (pass mark 50%). Where a pass mark is not achieved, detailed feedback on problems identified will be provided and an opportunity to revise and resubmit the work will be given.

The research project conducted during the final year will be written up as a dissertation of between 15 000 and 20 000 words. As this dissertation comprises one third of all marks towards the masters degree it will be marked independently by two experienced members of academic staff.

Formative Assessment

Each unit will include a number of exercises throughout its course, which the student will complete and submit online for feedback to ensure that progress is satisfactory. These pieces can be built into a portfolio to keep as a permanent record of your work.