Name:

Topic:
“There is a major dilemma facing society in the 21st Century. Energy supply remains at the
heart of sustained economic and industrial growth in the developed and developing world;
but at the same time, society expects and requires that energy be provided in an
environmentally responsible and sustainable way.”

Essay Marking Criteria (40 marks)

A: Research Topic
A clear introduction is given which outlines the issue stated in the question.
(2 marks)

B: Information Skills
Relevant information from a range of different sources.
(15 marks)

C: Analysis
Analyses the issue effectively, explaining a range of clear and relevant causes and
consequences.
(8 marks)

E: Global Perspective
A clear and explicit global perspective is given on the issue, supported with evidence and an
explanation of how the perspective is global in nature.
(8 marks)

F: Evaluation
A clear and explicit conclusion is given to the essay.
(2 marks)
G: Presentation Skills
A well-structured and presented topic. Evidence of wide research (reference list provided).
(5 marks)