Assessment Guidance
UCSD assessment processes are informed by student feedback and follow the best practice within the higher education sector.
The assessment policy is principles-based and can be viewed on the Academic Regulations, Procedures, and Policies page.
To help you understand what the assessment policy and guidelines mean, we have populated an assessment brief with information and guidance*.
Staff guidance can be viewed here
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Assessment Brief 1
| Programme | FdA Modern Entertainment Studies |
| Module titles and code | History of Digital Entertainment UCSD 9448 |
| Element | Coursework |
| Mode | Magazine article |
| Weighting | 40 percent |
| Title | Choose your own title |
| Assessed learning outcomes | LO1 LO3 |
| Word count | 2000 words plus 10% |
| Draft date and process | Draft submission Wednesday 12th October 2023 (Booking slots available on Moodle). Feedback returned during draft 1:1 |
| Summative submission date | Wednesday 2nd October 2023 at 12 Noon |
| Submission process | Digital Submission via Turnitin |
| Brief | This section will: Be written in a language that is understandable before module teaching. Use the correct command or action verbs for your level of study. Explicitly state the expectations of the structure, scope, and content of the assessment. |
Marking criteria
Your work will be marked against specific marking criteria for that assessment, which is developed in conjunction with UCSD’s marking criteria for your level of study.
UCSD Marking Criteria
*If you are on a non-degree course, your assessment structure may differ according to the awarding body.
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