Annex B - Assessment Criteria
Examination scripts and coursework are marked according to the following scale.
| Mark range | Class equivalent |
|---|---|
| 70 and over |
EXCELLENT Demonstration of a thorough grasp of relevant concepts, methodology and content appropriate to the subject discipline; indication of originality in application of ideas, in synthesis of material or in performance; insight reflects depth and confidence of understanding the material. |
| 60 - 69 |
VERY GOOD Demonstration of a sound level of understanding based on a competent grasp of relevant concepts, methodology and content; display of skill in interpreting complex material; appropriate organisation of material. |
| 50 - 59 |
GOOD Demonstration of an adequate level of understanding of relevant concepts, methodology and content; display of sufficient skills to tackle some complex problems; appropriate organisation of material. |
| 35 - 49 |
ACCEPTABLE Demonstration of a limited level of understanding of relevant concepts, methodology and content; clear if limited attempt to tackle problems; display of some skills in organisation of material. |
| 0 - 34 |
FAIL Work is deficient in most respects, revealing insufficient grasp of material and poor organisation, inability to identify and address the task required. |
