CRITERION

PRESENTATION AND PRODUCT10%

KNOWLEDGE BASE AND PERCEPTION 25%

DIVERSITY 10%

CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND JUDGEMENT 25%

CREATIVITY 15% RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTING CHANGE IN PRACTICE

EVIDENCE OF LEARNING 15%

Distinction (100)

The work is outstanding and flawlessly presented in concise and imaginative manner and finished to an exceptional level of accuracy throughout. The style of presentation consistently and comprehensively engages the reader and enhances the nature of the work throughout.

Consistently demonstrates exceptional breadth and depth of knowledge in a complex or specialised area, recognising the limits of the current knowledge base and practice/craft. Theoretical and complex work shows consistent and exceptional integration, with an in-depth understanding of practice.

Exceptional range of key texts are utilised and analysed effectively throughout.

The work consistently demonstrates an exceptional and deep appreciation of the diversity of people encountered in health and social care. Issues of social justice, discrimination and inequality are sensitively and realistically explored throughout.

Contains exceptionally clear and authoritative critique across a comprehensive range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic. Outstanding evaluative comment is applied consistently to theoretical and applied concepts throughout.

Consistently demonstrates novel and effective approaches to generating ideas, defining, and solving problems, and / or developing action plans and strategies. Takes exceptional account of the complexity of knowledge in relation to the topic area throughout. Outstanding and thought-provoking conclusions, A precise and comprehensive reflection of key issues throughout.

Shows consistent and exceptional levels of confidence and independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Effectively judges own abilities and work with confidence and independence. Consistently uses reflection to demonstrate clear and comprehensive evidence of significant learning and application of new insights throughout.

Distinction (92)

The work shows excellent presentation in a concise and imaginative manner and finished to an excellent level of accuracy throughout. The style of presentation engages the reader and consistently enhances the nature of the work.

Demonstrates exceptional breadth and depth of knowledge in a complex or specialised area, recognising the limits of the current knowledge base and practice/craft. Theoretical and complex work shows exceptional integration with an in-depth understanding of practice. An excellent range of key texts are utilised and analysed effectively throughout.

The work demonstrates an exceptional appreciation of the diversity of people encountered in health and social care. Issues of social justice, discrimination and inequality are sensitively and realistically explored.

Contains clear and authoritative critique across an excellent range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic.

Excellent evaluative comment is applied to theoretical and applied concepts throughout

Consistently demonstrates novel and effective approaches to generating ideas, defining, and solving problems, and / or developing action plans and strategies. Takes full account of the complexity of knowledge in relation to the topic area throughout.

Exceptional conclusions are a precise and comprehensive reflection of key issues throughout.

Shows some evidence of exceptional levels of confidence and independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Effectively judges own abilities and work with confidence and independence. Consistently uses reflection to demonstrate clear and comprehensive evidence of significant learning and application of new insights throughout.

Distinction (87)

The work shows excellent presentation in a concise and imaginative manner and finished to a very high level of accuracy throughout. The style of presentation engages the reader and enhances the nature of the work throughout.

Demonstrates excellent breadth and depth of knowledge in a complex or specialised area, recognising the limits of the current knowledge base and practice/craft. Theoretical and complex work shows excellent integration with an in-depth understanding of practice. A wide range of key texts are utilised and analysed effectively.

The work demonstrates an excellent appreciation of the diversity of people encountered in health and social care. Issues of social justice, discrimination and inequality are sensitively and realistically explored.

Contains clear and authoritative critique across a full range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic. Excellent evaluative comment is applied to theoretical and applied concepts

Demonstrates novel and effective approaches to generating ideas, defining, and solving problems, and

/ or developing action plans and strategies throughout. Takes excellent account of the complexity of knowledge in relation to the topic area. Conclusions are an excellent and precise reflection of key issues.

Shows some evidence of excellent levels of confidence and independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Effectively judges own abilities and work with confidence and independence. Consistently uses reflection to demonstrate clear and comprehensive evidence of significant learning and application of new insights throughout.

Distinction (82)

The work is very well presented in a concise and imaginative manner and finished to a very high level of accuracy throughout. The style of presentation engages the reader and enhances the nature of the work throughout.

Demonstrates very good breadth and depth of knowledge in a complex or specialised area, recognising the limits of the current knowledge base and practice/craft. Theoretical and complex work is very well integrated with an in- depth understanding of practice. A range of key texts are utilised and analysed effectively.

The work consistently demonstrates a deep appreciation of the diversity of people encountered in health and social care. Issues of social justice, discrimination and inequality are sensitively and realistically explored.

Contains clear and authoritative critique across a full range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic. Very sound and evaluative comment is applied to theoretical and applied concepts

Demonstrates novel and effective approaches to generating ideas, defining, and solving problems, and

/ or developing action plans and strategies. Takes very good account of the complexity of knowledge in relation to the topic area. Conclusions are a precise reflection of key issues.

Shows some evidence of very high levels of confidence and independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Effectively judges own abilities and work with confidence and independence. Consistently uses reflection to demonstrate clear and comprehensive evidence of significant learning and

application of new insights throughout.

CRITERION

PRESENTATION AND PRODUCT10%

KNOWLEDGE BASE AND PERCEPTION 25%

DIVERSITY 10%

CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND JUDGEMENT 25%

CREATIVITY 15% RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTING CHANGE IN PRACTICE

EVIDENCE OF LEARNING 15%

Distinction (77)

The work is well presented in a concise and imaginative manner and finished to a high level of accuracy throughout. The style of presentation engages the reader and enhances the nature of the work.

Demonstrates good breadth and depth of knowledge in a complex or specialised area, recognising the limits of the current knowledge base and practice/craft. Theoretical and complex work is well integrated with an in-depth understanding of practice. Most key texts are utilised and analysed effectively.

The work demonstrates a very good appreciation of the diversity of people encountered in health and social care. Issues of social justice, discrimination and inequality are sensitively and realistically explored.

Contains clear and authoritative critique across a wide range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic. Sound evaluative comment is applied to theoretical and applied concepts

Demonstrates some novel and effective approaches to generating ideas, defining and solving problems, and / or developing action plans. Takes account of the complexity of knowledge in relation to the topic area. Conclusions are a a clear and accurate reflection of key issues.

Shows some evidence of very good levels of confidence and independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Effectively judges own abilities and work with confidence and independence. Consistently uses reflection to demonstrate clear and comprehensive evidence of significant learning and application of new insights throughout.

Distinction (72)

The work is well presented in a concise manner with some imagination. It is finished to a very good level of accuracy. The style of presentation engages the reader and enhances the nature of the work.

Demonstrates breadth and depth of knowledge in a complex or specialised area, recognising the limits of the current knowledge base and practice/craft. Theoretical and complex work is mainly integrated with an in-depth understanding of practice. Some key texts are utilised and analysed.

The work demonstrates a good appreciation of the diversity of people encountered in health and social care. Issues of social justice, discrimination and inequality are sensitively and realistically explored.

Contains clear and authoritative critique across a range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic. Sound evaluative comment is applied to theoretical and applied concepts

Demonstrates effective approaches to ideas, defining and solving problems, or developing action plans and strategies. Takes account of the complexity of knowledge in relation to the topic area. Conclusions are a clear reflection of key issues.

Shows some evidence of good levels of confidence and independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Judges own abilities and work with confidence and independence. Uses reflection to demonstrate clear and comprehensive evidence of significant learning and application of new insights throughout.

Merit (67)

The work is very clearly structured, including concise purpose, summaries, and overview statements. Referencing and cross referencing is accurate and accessible. All material is valid and relevant and presented coherently and logically.

Demonstrates an effective balance between breadth and depth of knowledge. Relevant issues are broached, with complex theoretical concepts recognised and considered alongside practice issues. Most key texts are incorporated into arguments in an effective manner.

A good range of perspectives is explored with understanding and respect. Diversity is portrayed as a source of richness in most elements of the work. Explicit mention is made of the specific challenges faced by different groups as a result of their disability

/ culture / age / gender experience / educational opportunities

Provides consistent critical analysis of a full range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic. Recognises strengths and limitations. Comments on theoretical and applied areas are consistently evaluative in nature

Convincing evidence is given for innovative, ways of approaching problems and answering fundamental questions in relation to the topic. Explores the topic area with fluency, taking account of significant knowledge. Conclusions reflect the key issues.

Shows independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Judges own work with accuracy and sensitivity and confidence. Uses reflection to demonstrate clear and thorough evidence of significant learning and/or application to practice in relation to the topic area.

Merit (62)

The work is clearly structured, including concise purpose, summaries, and overview statements. Referencing and cross referencing is accurate and mostly accessible. Most material is valid and relevant and presented coherently and logically.

Demonstrates a balance between breadth and depth of knowledge. Most relevant issues are broached, with complex theoretical concepts recognised and considered alongside practice issues. Some key texts are incorporated into arguments in an effective manner.

A range of perspectives is explored with understanding and respect.

Diversity is portrayed as a source of richness. Mention is made of the specific challenges faced by different groups as a result of their disability / culture / age / gender experience / educational opportunities

Provides critical analysis of a full range of views, theories and practice issues related to the topic. Mostly recognises strengths and limitations. Comments on theoretical and applied areas are evaluative in nature

Evidence is given for innovative ways of approaching problems and answering fundamental questions in relation to the topic. Explores the topic area with fluency, taking account of significant knowledge. Conclusions reflect the key issues.

Shows independence in initiating, conducting, and evaluating own work. Some judgment of work with accuracy and sensitivity and confidence. Uses reflection to demonstrate clear and thorough evidence of significant learning and/or application to practice in relation to the topic area.

CRITERION

PRESENTATION AND PRODUCT10%

KNOWLEDGE BASE AND PERCEPTION 25%

DIVERSITY 10%

CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND JUDGEMENT 25%

CREATIVITY 15% RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTING CHANGE IN PRACTICE

EVIDENCE OF LEARNING 15%

Pass (57)

The work is organised and presented in an appropriate academic style, making the purpose and conclusions clear. The material included is relevant and presented in a way that guides the reader / observer. Referencing and cross referencing is mostly accurate.

Demonstrates a reasonable knowledge base of the topic area, encompassing some breadth and depth of current knowledge. Key texts are recognised. There is clear understanding of relevant issues, with links between theory and practice fully explored.

Diversity is accepted as a reality within which judgements and decisions are made. A range of perspectives other than that of the author are recognised and explored. Value judgements include consideration of issues of equity and social justice

Shows an ability to enquire into a range of complex issues, recognising similarities and contradictions between different viewpoints and theoretical models. Work of others is accurately and sensitively assessed and evaluated, with a concise summary presented

Develops ideas which are relevant, useful, and acceptable in relation to the topic. Explores alternative understandings and approaches.

Conclusions take account of the important issues.

Shows responsibility for planning, conducting, and evaluating own work. Demonstrates clear insights into the strengths and limitations of own abilities and work.

Demonstrates development of learning in relation to the topic area. The reader has a clear sense that the author is reflecting upon and driving forward own personal/professional development

Pass (50)

The work is mostly organised and presented in an appropriate academic style, making the purpose and conclusions mostly clear. Most material included is relevant and presented in a way that guides the reader / observer. Referencing and cross referencing is mostly accurate.

Demonstrates a good knowledge base of the topic area, encompassing both the breadth and depth of current knowledge. Most key texts are recognised. There is mostly clear understanding of relevant issues, with some links between theory and practice fully explored.

Diversity is accepted as a reality within which judgements and decisions are made. Perspectives other than that of the author are recognised and explored. Value judgements include some consideration of issues of equity and social justice.

Shows an ability to enquire into complex issues, recognising similarities and contradictions between different viewpoints and theoretical models. Work of others is mostly accurately and sensitively assessed and evaluated, with a summary presented

Develops some ideas which are relevant, useful, and acceptable in relation to the topic. Explores some alternative understandings and approaches. Some conclusions take account of the important issues.

Shows some responsibility for planning, conducting, and evaluating own work.

Demonstrates some insights into the strengths and limitations of own abilities and work. Demonstrates some development of learning in relation to the topic area. The reader has a sense that the author is reflecting upon and driving forward own personal/professional development

Resit (30-49)

The work fails to engage the reader either due to poor organisation or lack of overall structure or poor technical writing skills and / or a lack of clearly defined purpose.

Referencing and / or cross referencing is inadequate. Excessive or irrelevant materials detract from the focus of the work.

The work shows only a superficial knowledge base and/or limited recognition of current thinking on the topic. The work conveys limited understanding of the major theoretical and practice related issues relevant to the topic. Key references are lacking, and literature presented is sparse and not current.

The work presents the views of the author only with limited apparent consideration of other perspectives. Some evidence of lack of respect and/or discrimination with respect to different groups e.g., based on culture / age / race, gender, ability / disability, professional identity

Shows some ability to dissect ideas, theories, and practice issues of others in a rational manner.

Work is mostly descriptive and only partially addresses controversial or debatable viewpoints. Little evidence of assessment and evaluative comment is given. The reader is left with a sense of not knowing what the author is trying to say in some areas.

There is little evidence of the development of ideas in relation to the topic. Work presents a narrow range of views. Conclusions are not reflective of the content.

Is dependent on tutor guidance when planning and managing own work. Lacks confidence and/or realistic awareness of own abilities. There is little evidence of reflection and learning in relation to the topic area.

F (0-29)

The work fails to engage the reader, is disorganised and /or incoherent. No overall structure, very poor technical writing skills and / or failure to provide a clearly defined purpose. Referencing and / or cross referencing is insufficient. Excessive or irrelevant materials detract from the focus of the work.

The work shows a lack of knowledge base and/or fails to recognise current thinking on the topic. The work does not convey understanding of the major theoretical and practice related issues relevant to the topic. Key references are omitted, and literature presented is sparse and not current.

The work presents the views of the author only with no apparent consideration of other perspectives. Evidence of lack of respect and/or discrimination with respect to different groups e.g., based on culture / age / race, gender, ability / disability, professional identity

Shows an inability to dissect ideas, theories, and practice issues of others in a rational manner. Work is descriptive and fails to address controversial or debatable viewpoints. No evidence of assessment and evaluative comment is given. The reader is left with a sense of not knowing what the author is trying to say.

There is no evidence of the development of ideas in relation to the topic. Work presents only a very narrow range of views.

Conclusions are not reflective of the content.

Is highly dependent on tutor guidance when planning and managing own work. No evidence of confidence and/or realistic awareness of own abilities. There is no evidence of reflection and learning in relation to the topic area.