In order to gain a good pass for this assignment at this level students are expected to pay attention to the
following criteria:
1. Clarity and coherence of argumentation.
2. Depth of critical analysis of key debates, concepts, and themes.
3. Application of module content to the proposed subject of film and screen studies.
4. Use of relevant theories and case studies to support arguments.
5. Structure and organization of the essay.
6. Use of scholarly sources and appropriate referencing (APA 7th edition).
Grading Scheme:
Criteria Points
Organisation of material, sequence of content, coherence of explanations and arguments 15
Style requirements applied: report style; referencing style. 10
Identification and understanding of relevant key aspects and issues as per assessment
30
guideline.
Analysis and examination of material 30
Extent and quality of research, including a range of academic and relevant sources 15
Total points 100
For this assignment, you will be assessed in terms of adherence to the assignment brief, clarity in the
structure and language, originality and degree of depth informing your analysis and critical insight.
Marking Rubric:
Mark
Classification Guidelines
range
In addition to that for 70 – 79% below, an outstanding answer that
could hardly be bettered. High degree of understanding,
First Class 90 – 100%
critical/analytic skills and original research. Outstanding in all
respects.
In addition to that for 70 – 79% below, the answer demonstrate an
First Class 80 – 89% excellent level of understanding, presence of clear description,
critical/analytical skills or research.
Answer entirely relevant to the assignment set. Answer demonstrate
clear understanding of theories and concepts. There is evidence of
wide-ranging reading and/or research beyond the minimum
First Class 70 – 79%
recommended. Answers will be written/presented in a clear, well-
structured way with clarity of expression. At level 3, evidence of
independent, critical thought would normally be expected.
Answer demonstrating a very good understanding of the
requirements of the assignment. Answer demonstrate very good
Upper understanding of theories, concepts, issues and methodology.
65 – 69%
Second Answer is accurate and appropriate. Reading beyond the
recommended minimum present. Well organised and clearly written
and presented.
A very good understanding. Well organised and clearly written and
Upper
60 – 64% presented. Some reading and research beyond recommended in
Second
evidence.
Answer demonstrating a good understanding of relevant theories,
concepts, and issues. Some reading/research beyond that
Lower
55 – 59% recommended may be present. Some errors may be present and
Second
inclusion of irrelevant material. May not be particularly well-
structured, and/or clearly presented.
Answer demonstrating a reasonable understanding of theories,
Lower concepts, and issues. May be significant amount of irrelevant
50 – 54%
Second material. May not be well-structured and expression/presentation
may be unclear at times.
An understanding demonstrated, but may be incomplete and with
some errors. Limited use of material with limited reading/research
Third Class 45 - 49%
on the topic. Poorly structured and not well-expressed/presented.
Irrelevant material likely to be present.
Basic understanding demonstrated, with some correct description.
Answer likely to be incomplete with substantial errors or
misunderstandings. Little use of material and limited
Third Class 40 – 44%
reading/research on the topic in evidence. Poorly structured and
poorly expressed/presented. Some material may be irrelevant to the
assignment requirements.
Some relevant material will be present. Understanding is poor with
little evidence of reading/research on the topic. Fundamental errors
Marginal fail 35 – 39% and misunderstanding likely to be present. Poor structure and poor
expression/presentation. Much material may not be relevant to the
assignment.
Inadequate answer with little relevant material and poor
understanding of theories, concepts, and issues. Fundamental
Fail 30 – 34%
errors and misunderstandings present. Material may be largely
irrelevant. Poorly structured and poorly expressed/presented.
Clear failure to provide answer to the assignment. Little
understanding and only a vague knowledge of the area. Serious
Fail 20 – 29% and fundamental errors and lack of understanding. Virtually no
evidence of relevant reading/research. Poorly structured and
inadequately expressed/presented.
Complete failure, virtually no understanding of requirements of the
assignment. Material may be entirely irrelevant. Answer may be
Fail 0 – 19%
extremely short, and in note form only. Answer may be
fundamentally wrong, or trivial. Not a serious attempt.
The table above serves as the specific grading guide to assist you in preparing, structuring, presenting and
evaluating your own work.
