• 1. Starting Assignments

    1. Starting assignments


    • The assignment brief and marking criteria provide guidance to give you confidence that you will produce an effective and relevant piece of work.

      Why is it important?

      If you don't understand what is expected from the assignment brief or the marking criteria, you won't be able to produce the result that your tutor is expecting and hoping for. 

      How do I do it?

      Read the brief carefully, noting any key words, and review feedback from your previous work to guide you. Check the marking criteria and if possible compare this to examples of similar work. Review the brief regularly, and if you have any doubts about what is involved, clarify with your tutor as soon as possible.


      look at the brief and criteria with an image of two documents, compare examples to the criteria with an image of two documents, explore options and limitations of the task with an image of arrows and a warning sign, plan the steps you will take to achieve it with an image of a calendar.

    • Student tips (30 seconds)

      The marking criteria can guide your response to an assignment brief.



    • Key terms for assignments

      Click on the words below to see a description of what they mean in the context of your university studies. 


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