Content

• Shows evidence of broad research, taking into account a variety of sources

• Clear argument, supported by relevant reasons and evidence
   
• Shows evidence of critical thinking about the topic, including:
  • Considers alternative views
  • Where appropriate, questions assumptions implicit in the literature
  • Draws meaningful connections between facts and / or concepts
  • Uses terminology accurately and appropriately

Presentation

• Is clearly expressed
• Is interesting and engages other students
• Makes appropriate use of examples and presentation methods relevant to the material presented (e.g. presentation software, handouts, recordings where relevant)
• Covers the topic effectively in the available time

Fail: (Below 50%) Work not of acceptable standard.

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Pass: (50%-64%) Work of acceptable standard.

Satisfactory level of preparation and musical engagement. Some inconsistencies in musicianship, style and/or technique. Musical imagination and overall performance sense developing though some insecurity in this area.

Credit: (65%-74%) Highly competent work demonstrating potential for higher study.

Confident technique with evidence of solid musicality and some stylistic achievement. Occasional lapses indicative of unresolved technical, artistic and/or stylistic issues. Projects potential for further development.

Distinction: (75%-84%) Work of superior standard.

Excellent technical, musical and stylistic achievement. Consistently coherent and expressive performance. Some personal interpretation of the work suggesting soloist potential.

High Distinction: (85%-100%) Work of exceptional standard.

Comprehensive and outstanding technical control and musical integrity in relation to developmental expectations. Musical individuality consistently projected to create a persuasive personal representation of the work. Performance flair indicative of soloist standard. A mark of 95 or above indicates extraordinary technical virtuosity and musical artistry.