Marking Strategy Mark

Literature Review 50
Breadth and depth of literature review -
Critical engagement with literature & subject matter - critical assessment of the
research/literature (reviewed)
Clarity of aims and objectives of the review
Coherence and flow regarding structure and linkages
Highlighted comparable, contrasting ideas/observations/themes across the
papers
What future opportunities for this field of research/topic? What gaps still exist)
25
Interpretation of subject matter/results/observations/recommendations
made in the relevant papers
Clarity with which (paper) findings are explained and understood
Demonstrates understanding (and application) of the subject matter under
review
Identify key themes emerging, any gaps, limitations on research methods
used?
Conclusions presented
Summary of the major contributions to the field

Presentation 25
Clarity and appropriateness of writing style
Comprehensive and appropriate referencing system
Spelling and grammar
Layout and format
Detail, relevance and accuracy of the bibliography presented

Total

Organising your review paper (suggested guide)

Introduction. Define the topic and state reasons for choice. Say something about the point overall
trends, gaps and themes that emerge.

Body. Discuss your sources. Discussion can be organised chronologically, thematically, or

methodologically (qualitative or qualitative research approaches ect).

Conclusion. Provide a summary of the major contributions, evaluating the current position, and
highlight any limitations on methodology, gaps in the research, contradictions and
suggest what should be of interest to/require further study.