The assessment outlined here applies to the entire 75 point research project, of which this subject is just one part.
A research plan of a maximum 1000 words, due early in the first semester of the research project (0%, hurdle requirement). A literature Review of a maximum 3000 words, due during the first semester of the research project (10%). An oral presentation on the research project, 30 mins including questions due toward the end of the final semester of the research project (10%). A research thesis of up to 10,000 words due at the end of the final semester of the research project (75%). Benchmark - supervisor grade based on performance during the research project, finalised at completion of the research project (5%)