research method

Research Methods BA50057E

Assessment 1: Research Project Proposal

Due date: Week 14 via Turnitin

Weighting: 100%

Word count: 2,000 words (an allowance of + or – 10% may be made)

Instructions:

You are required to write a 2000-word research proposal on a research topic of your choice refined after consultation with your module tutor. A list of research areas will be available as part of your learning materials. Your chosen topic must be in line with your course pathway and subject specialisation. Your research proposal must have all requisite sections detailed in the proposed structure below.

Proposed Structure:

Below is the proposed structure of your proposal

Title Content Weighting

Introduction/Background to the Project Research Rationale with justification(s) Project Aim and Objectives

A clear and concise introduction to the research topic and its relevance to the organisational and/or theoretical context. A balanced and logical rationale for proposing the research informed by literature as well as organisational information needs. A clear aim and SMART objectives for how the aim will be achieved.

20 Marks

Literature Review

A robust and well-informed review of up-to-date literary sources that underpin the theoretical foundations of the topic. A clear theoretical and conceptual framework that is supported by literature and can realistically be employed using taught methods.

40 Marks

Intended Methodology Resources Required and Action Plan

A systematic and structured methodology addressing choices of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques and ethical considerations in undertaking the proposed study. A brief estimate of time, information sources, data processing requirements and cost, travel costs, and any other costs/needs required; and an action plan showing the chronological pathway spanning the period of the proposed project with milestones identified to serve as targets or checkpoints.

30 Marks

References, Presentation & Structuring

Your proposal should be written in clear academic English language with sources cited using Harvard referencing style and it should follow the structure described in this table.

10 Marks

Research Methods BA50057E

Appendix

Can include proposed research data gathering tools such as survey questionnaire, interview agenda etc.

N/A

Timing and methods of feedback:

Written feedback in 15 working days provided via Grade mark

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Assessment Criteria and Marking Scheme

Section 100-80% 79-70% 69-60% 59-50% 49-40% 39-30% 29-0%

Introduction 20% Excellent introduction to the research and its purpose. Excellent rationale. Excellent aim and detailed and clear list of SMART objectives

Good introduction to the research and its purpose. Good rationale. Good aim and detailed and clear list of SMART objectives

Good introduction to the research with a satisfactory attempt at a rationale & aims and objectives.

Satisfactory Introduction with a basic attempt at a rationale. Satisfactory aims and objectives

Satisfactory Introduction with a poor attempt at a rationale. Satisfactory aim and basic or vague objectives

Poor Introduction with a dissatisfactory rationale. Poor statement of aim, insufficient and unclear objectives

Insufficient and incomplete introduction. Too brief, vague, or poorly written. Poor or incomplete aims and objectives

Literature Review 40%

Excellent literature review with comprehensive and critical appraisal of relevant literature. Development of a realistic theoretical and conceptual framework.

Good literature review with wide and critical appraisal of relevant literature. Development of a theoretical or conceptual framework.

Good literature review with wide and critical appraisal of relevant literature. Attempt at identifying a theoretical or conceptual framework.

Satisfactory literature review with adequate appraisal of relevant literature. Some indication of a theoretical or conceptual framework.

Satisfactory literature review with limited appraisal of relevant literature. No development of a theoretical or conceptual framework.

Poor literature review with limited appraisal of relevant literature. No development of a theoretical or conceptual framework.

Insufficient literature review with insufficient appraisal of relevant literature. No development of a theoretical or conceptual framework.

Intended Methodology 30%

Excellent research methodology with clear and justified choice of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques and ethical considerations.

Good research methodology with clear choice of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques and ethical considerations.

Good research methodology with choice of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques etc.

Satisfactory research methodology with some choice of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques etc.

Satisfactory research methodology with some choice of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques etc. but not clear or justified.

Poor research methodology with incomplete, unclear, or inappropriate choice of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques etc.

Insufficient research methodology with incomplete, unclear, or inappropriate choice of research philosophy, research strategy, sources of data, data collection and analysis techniques etc.

References, Presentation & Structure 10%

Exceptional and professional academic writing ability demonstrating articulate and fluent communication. Excellent spelling and grammar.

A high level of academic writing ability demonstrating articulate and fluent communication. Excellent spelling and grammar.

Very good academic writing ability demonstrating articulate and fluent communication. Few spelling and grammar.

Satisfactory academic writing ability demonstrating clear and fluent communication. Some spelling and grammar.

Poor academic writing ability with poor communication. Many spelling and grammar.

Very poor academic writing ability with very communication. Excessive spelling and grammar.

Failure to demonstrate academic writing ability and reference appropriately