See Module Aims & Outcomes here pw:TT23
This semester covers modules:
7505MFATIN - MFA Thesis
Assessment is according to Grade descriptors for Level 7 Portfolio work (Liverpool School of Art and Design PGT programmes):
90-100%
Exceptional Pass
Exemplary attainment of all learning outcomes
Demonstrates an outstanding synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
Wide-ranging emphasis on knowledge and ideas that are at the forefront of the discipline
Offers an exhaustive exploration of the literature and evidence-base appropriate to the practice
The material covered is accurate and relevant
The argument is highly sophisticated
The standard of work is refined
Well-presented and organised in an appropriate academic style.
80-89%
Outstanding Pass
Excellent attainment of all learning outcomes, with some met to an exemplary standard
Demonstrates a comprehensive synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area.
Wide-ranging emphasis on knowledge and ideas that are at the forefront of the discipline
Extends far beyond expected levels of engagement with the literature and evidence-base appropriate to the practice
The material covered is accurate and relevant
The argument is generally very astute
The standard of work is refined
Well-presented and organised in an appropriate academic style.
70-79%
Excellent pass
Excellent attainment of all learning outcomes
Demonstrates a thorough synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
Strong emphasis on knowledge, ideas and practices that are at the forefront of the discipline
Thorough use of literature and evidence-base appropriate to the practice
The material covered is accurate and relevant
The argument is persuasive and there are very perceptive elements
The standard of work is refined
Well-presented and organised in an appropriate academic style.
60-69%
Good Pass
Good attainment of all learning outcomes
Demonstrates detailed synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
Good emphasis on knowledge, ideas and practices that are at the forefront of the discipline
Good consideration of relevant literature and application of evidence based materials appropriate to the practice.
The material covered is accurate and relevant to the practice
The argument is persuasive
The standard of work is refined
Well-presented and organised in an appropriate academic style.
50-59%
Pass
Adequate attainment of all learning outcomes
Demonstrates a limited, but sufficient, synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
Some emphasis on knowledge, ideas and practices that are at the forefront of the discipline
Sufficient consideration of relevant literature and application of evidence based materials appropriate to the practice.
The material covered is mostly accurate and relevant to the practice
The argument is straightforward and relatively clear
Well-presented and organised in an appropriate academic style
40-49%
Needs some improvement
Meets most, but not all learning outcomes
Demonstrates limited synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
Less than expected emphasis on knowledge, ideas and practices that are at the forefront of the discipline
Basic consideration of relevant literature or application of evidence based materials appropriate to the practice.
Some inaccuracies or irrelevant materials that suggest confusion and misunderstanding
The argument is relatively clear, although some elements are difficult to understand
Well-presented and organised work
30-39%
Needs major improvement
Approximately half the learning outcomes are met
Demonstrates very little synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
Little emphasis on knowledge, ideas and practices that are at the forefront of the discipline
Minor consideration of relevant literature or evidence-base appropriate to the practice
Some material is accurate, but the amount of inaccurate or irrelevant materials indicates insufficient understanding of key concepts
The argument is poorly defined and defended
Generally well presented and organised
20-29%
Needs significant revision
Most learning outcomes are not met
Demonstrates no synthesis of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
Little or no emphasis on knowledge and ideas that are at the forefront of the discipline
Superficial consideration of relevant literature or evidence-base
There are major inaccuracies or significant amounts of irrelevant material
The argument is very weak
Good presentation that may include some organisational errors
0-19%
Needs substantial work
Does not meet any learning outcomes
Demonstrates misunderstanding of varied theoretical and technical/practical positions in the analysis of key issues in the subject area
No emphasis on knowledge, ideas and practices that are at the forefront of the discipline
No engagement with relevant literature or evidence-base appropriate to the practice
The material covered is inaccurate or irrelevant
The argument is incoherent
Acceptable presentation that may include some organisational errors