Saint Marys University

SCHOOL OF COMPUTING SCIENCES AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

THESIS CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION (Proposal Defense)
Thesis Proposal Title Researchers/Proponents






CRITERIA POINTS
ORIGINALITY (10 points)
1. The topic is relatively new and/or has not
been studied before
5
2. It offers a relatively complex and creative
approach to the topic
5
RELEVANCE (10 points)
1. It expands the frontier of knowledge in the
field of studied
5
2. It has practical usefulness and applicability
(e.g. it provides solution for existing
problems and difficulties in organizations and
society; it improves the quality of life; it
provides a tool for effective decision-making,
it aids in making policies and actions).
5
QUALITY (30 points)
1. Design Methodology
a. The proposed system meets users
requirements as described in the Systems
Analysis and Design
b. CS/IT techniques model and
methodologies used are correct and
appropriate
10


10

2. Form and Style. The system documentation
follows proper form and style (e.g.
acknowledgement of sources, diagrams,
system models)
10
PRESENTATION (10 points)
1. The researchers/proponents demonstrate
mastery of the study and have the ability to
present systematically, clearly and
comprehensively.
5
2. The researcher/proponents demonstrate the
ability to comprehend and answer questions
from the panel members.
5
TOTAL POINTS 60

NAME OF EVALUATOR: ________________________
SIGNATURE: ________________________
DATE: ________________________

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