Criterias

Clear definition and use of relevant concepts
Content and key argument
Focused and coherent argument. Arguing well for its main points. Assignment does not take up too many themes and threads.
Application of literature and concepts
Discusses relevant course literature and concepts and applies literature/concepts well to the texts under analysis.
Clarity and referencing
The paper is written in academic English and proof read with no or only minor mistakes. The paper is correctly referenced using a recognised referencing system consistently through out. See our short referencing guide here Guide to Referencing or http://www.apastyle.org for a more detailed resource.
Analytical Skills
Shows ability to conduct an in-depth analysis. Unveils trends and tendencies, signs and structures in the text/s analysed – and an ability to relate this to realities outside the immediate object of analysis.
Independence and originality
Demonstrate the ability to develop a discussion of ones own, in ones own words, without simply repeating literature or class/teaching. Shows the ability to synthesise discussions and concepts and pose well argued original interpretations.

Grading

A: all above fulfilled excellently
B: six main criteria fulfilled clearly. 4 to 5 criteria extremely well, though with minor flaws in one or two
C: a good and fair fulfilment of the five criteria above, one of them very well
D-E: major problems in the fulfilment of several or all of the criteria.
- D is given for an average and below average performance.
- E for a minimum fulfilment of criteria.
U: one or several criteria are not fulfilled. A part of the assignment is lacking. Objectives are misunderstood. Some parts of the assignment in whole may be of strong quality, yet since some parts are missing or unfulfilled, the assignment (or parts) will need to be revised. In this case you will receive instructions for revision and asked to re-submit the paper.

Submission

All assignments should be submitted as word or pdf document and include your name, the specific course (note if this a revised or late assignment), be referenced using a consistent referencing system, including notes and bibliography. It may include appendices. The word count/length do not include references. It should be page numbered.