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CARDIFF SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT MSc INTERNATIONAL TOURISM and HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT MSc EVENTS PROJECT MANAGEMENT HLT7042 People, Places and Practice: Contextualising the Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industries 2020/2021 Module Team: Dr Darryl Gibbs dgibbs@cardiffmet.ac.uk (Module Leader) Dr Karen Davies kardavies@cardiffmet.ac.uk Dr Sheena Carlisle scarlisle@cardiffmet.ac.uk CONTENTS PAGE Introduction 3 Module descriptor 5 Module weekly programme 8 Assessment briefs 10 Marking schemes 15 Assignment feedback sheet 18 General submission requirements for coursework 20 Grade descriptor assessments 28 Reading / searching sources 33 Welcome to the Module Welcome to HLT7042 People, Places and Practice: Contextualising the T.H.E industries. The aim of this module is to ensure that you start to develop a critical insight into the structure and characteristics of the tourism, hospitality and events industries, and develop an understanding of the relationship of these industries to place management and marketing. Myself, Karen and Sheena look forward to seeing you in person, but we will also be supporting you through additional use of Moodle. The module will include weekly recorded lecture content, available on-line, and in-person seminars, so you will get the opportunity to apply the theory you will be introduced to in online and in person format as the term progresses. As the term progresses, you will see that the weekly details on Moodle will be updated and populated with short videos, required and recommended readings (with links to Leganto) and tasks and opportunities to complete formative activities (i.e., Socrative quizzes). These activities will support your independent learning and help you prepare for seminars. We will use seminars to go through some of the on-line content and help you build your understanding through practical tasks and discussions of the materials related to the topic that week. In order for you to succeed it is vital that you engage with all aspects of the module and the independent study tasks and readings that will support the preparation of your assessments. It is also important that you attend having fully prepared for the sessions, having done any required prior background reading; where directed in advance of sessions. Further work and readings will be recommended as we go through the sessions. If you undertake the preparatory work you will be able to make a full contribution to each of the sessions. This is key to success in postgraduate study. We really hope that you enjoy studying this module, and if you have any queries at any time, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Karen or Sheena. Darryl, Karen and Sheena Has People, Places and Practice got the EDGE? Each module within Cardiff School of Management aims to give students the EDGE, which stands for Ethical, Digital, Global and Entrepreneurial skills.  The content and assessments on this module have been designed with these skills in mind as follows: Ethical – we discuss and debate a number of ethical issues when exploring contemporary issues in the industry, including the impact of the tourism, hospitality and events industries on places and communities. Digital – Digital skills are developed throughout the module, particularly doing the multisensory mapping exercise for the portfolio. Global – the case studies used within the module are of an international nature, and the issues discussed on a global level. Entrepreneurial – During the lecture programme we explore a range of business models and issues in relation to place and relevant industries. Module TitleModule NumberJACS Subject Code(s) and % of each subjectASC Category(ies)People, places and practice: contextualising the T.H.E industriesHLT7042N8007 Level (3 to 8)CreditsECTS CreditModule Value% Taught in WelshModule Type720101.00%Taught Teaching PeriodPre-requisitesSemester 1 Module LeaderSchool(s)CampusDr Darryl GibbsSchool of ManagementLlandaff Assessment MethodsAssessment Code and MethodDuration/Length of Assessment MethodWeighting of AssessmentThresholdApproximate Date of SubmissionOTHR1 – Multi-sensory map, Time-lapse video and Reflection2000 words equivalent50%1Week 9WRIT1 – Written reflection2000 words equivalent50%1Week 12Aim(s)To ensure students gain a critical insight into the structures, issues and agency that shape THE environments and experiences. Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of this module, students should be able to:Identify key influencers in the T.H.E industries and assess their roles and competences; Analyse and appreciate the complexity of the relationship between T.H.E and the settings in which it takes place; Evaluate critically the environmental factors that shape the tourism, hospitality and events industries; Assess critically industry and interest group perspectives on contemporary issues in T.H.E; Reflect critically on how industry practices inform the development of T.H.E experiences; Learning and Teaching Delivery MethodsMethodRationaleType of ContactTotal hoursLecturesTo enable core knowledge and understanding content to be delivered to the whole module cohortScheduled24SeminarsTo allow exploration of all aspects of module content (knowledge, understanding, skills & other attributes) in an interactive group settingScheduled24Independent StudyTo enable students to independently develop their understanding of the module concepts and to complete formative & summative assessment activityGuided Independent Study152 Indicative ContentThe structure and characteristics of the THE industries and the associated interests groups across the commercial, governmental and third sector; A critical insight into how developments in the THE industries are both contested and advocated; A critical assessment of sector and professional practices that are transforming THE experiences; A critical evaluation of the relationship between THE and place; An assessment of how communities and consumers influence and (co-)create THE environments and experiences. Required ReadingBowdin, G., Allen, J., O’Toole, W., Harris, R., McDonnell, I. (2010). Events management, 3rd edition, Oxford: Elsevier Butterworth-Heinemann. Brotherton, B. (Ed) (2006) The International Hospitality Industry. Structure, characteristics & issues. Butterworth Heinemann, Oxford. Clarke, A. Chen, W. (2007) International hospitality management concepts & cases. Butterworth Heinemann, Oxford. Cresswell, T. (2015). Place : An introduction (2nd ed. Chichester, England ; Oxford, England : Wiley Blackwell 2015 Fletcher J, Fyall, A., Gilbert D., & Wanhill S (2013) Tourism: Principles and Practice, 6th edition, Financial Times/Prentice Hall. Getz, D.& Page, S. (2016) Event Studies; Theory, Research and Policy for Planned Events.(3rd Edition)  Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann Hall, D. and Brown, F. (2006) Tourism and Welfare: Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainable Well-Being, CABI, Wallingford. Hawkins, R., & Bohdanowicz, P. (2012). Responsible hospitality: Theory and practice. Oxford: Goodfellow Publishers. Henderson, E. and McIlwraith, M. (2013) Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility in the Meetings and Events Industry, New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons Lashley, C. (2017) (Ed) Routledge Handbook of Hospitality Studies. Routledge Abingdon. Pernecky, T., Luck, M. (eds) (2013) Events, Society and Sustainability; Critical and contemporary approaches, Oxon: Routledge (available as an E-book) Ricci, G. R. (2015) Travel, Tourism and Identity. Transaction Publishers. Raj, R., Walters, P., Rashid, T. (2013). Events Management: principles and practices, 2nd edition, London: Sage. Spracklen, K. and Lamond, I. (2016) (eds) Critical Event Studies, Oxon: Routledge Smith, M. K. (2015) Issues in Cultural Tourism Studies. Oxon., Routledge Recommended ReadingHall, C. M (2005) Tourism: Rethinking the social science of mobility, Pearson, Harlow. Hall, C. M. (2008) Tourism Planning: policies, processes and relationships, 2nd edition, Pearson, Harlow. Jones, E. and Haven-Tang, C. (2005) Tourism SMEs, Service Quality and Destination Competitiveness, CABI, Wallingford. Page, S.J (2009) Tourism Management: Managing for Change, 3rd edition, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford. Richards, G. & Palmer, R. (2010) Eventful Cities: Cultural Management and Urban Revitalization. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann Ritchie, B.R and Crouch, G (2003) The Competitive Destination: a sustainable tourism perspective, CABI, Wallingford.Annals of Tourism Research International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management Hospitality and Society International Journal of Tourism Research International Journal of Event Management Research International Journal of Event and Festival Management Journal of Heritage Tourism Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events Journal of Tourism and Cultural Change Tourism Management Tourism, Culture and CommunicationMintel reports WTO Tourism Market Trend reports Travel Trade Gazette Mintel Tourism Analyst Audience Conference and incentive travel Stadium and Arena Management Stage The Main Event Access to Specialist RequirementsMoodle (VLE) supported module Module programme Week commencingSession topics for online lecturesTopics for seminars (blend of online through MS Teams and face to face seminar pods)5 October 2020Introduction to the module and assessmentOpening exercise based around assessment briefs and impact of Covid19 on people and places and practices12 October 2020Models and theoretical approaches to People, Places, Practice in THEExercise on models – SWOT,PESTLE,DEEPLIST19 October 2020Sustainable practices – people and placesEnvironmental factors and impacts in places26 October 2020Prepare for Cardiff trip – How Covid19 has affected the places, spaces, people and practices in CardiffDestination Management Plan Cardiff – exercise2 November 2020Cardiff Trip (Subject to COVID-19 secure procedures and subject to change – a physical visit or a virtual visit depending on current COVID-19 restrictions)9 November 2020People and PracticesPrepare for Swansea Trip – DMP Swansea – How Covid19 has affected the places, spaces, people and practices in Swansea – exercise16 November 2020Swansea trip (Subject to COVID-19 secure procedures and subject to change – a physical visit or a virtual visit depending on current COVID-19 restrictions)23 November 2020Reflect on Cardiff and Swansea TripsQ&A session on the assessment30 November 2020Place branding, place identity and place marketingPeople, places and practices in destinations post Covid19 – case study examples exerciseSubmit OTHR1 – Friday 4 December – 16:00 GMT Feedback released via Moodle on Tuesday 12 January 20217 December 2021Stakeholder engagement in people, places and practicesQ&A session on the assessmentCHRISTMAS VACATION11 January 2021Guest lecture? To be confirmedA critical approach to People, Places, Practices in THE18 January 2021Assignment support workshopsSubmit WRIT 1 – Friday 22 January – 16:00 GMTFeedback released via Moodle on Friday 19 February 2021 ModuleHLT7042 People, Places and Practice: Contextualising the Tourism, Hospitality and Events IndustriesModule tutorsDr Darryl Gibbs, Dr Karen Davies, Dr Sheena CarlisleTutor with responsibility for this Assessment (your first point of contact).Dr Darryl GibbsAssessment: Weighting, Type and Size of AssessmentOTHR1 50% Coursework, 2000 words equivalentSubmission deadlineFriday 4 December 2020 – 4pm GMTIf you have agreed mitigating circumstances, your personal submission date will be recorded on Moodle.Arrangements for submission:You are advised to submit work ahead of the published close of submissions to ensure that technical support is available should you encounter any issues with the submission process. The assessment point closes after the deadline has passed and you will not be able to upload your work. You will be recorded as a ‘non-attempt’.You should clearly name your file (for example, Joe Bloggs HLT7042 OTHR1). You are also advised to add this information to the header section of your submitted document.All files must be submitted as Microsoft Word or pdf documents.Location for return of workFeedback on your work will be available via the ‘Assessment and Feedback’ tile on the HLT7042 People, Places and Practice: Contextualising the Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industries Moodle on Tuesday 12 January 2021The Requirements for AssessmentA 2 part submissionSee details below on page 13.Assessment criteriaSee page 15Grade descriptorsSee pages 15-23Feedback sheetSee page 18Resubmission detailsSee page 12ModuleHLT7042 People, Places and Practice: Contextualising the Tourism, Hospitality and Events IndustriesModule tutorsDr Darryl Gibbs, Dr Karen Davies, Dr Sheena CarlisleTutor with responsibility for this Assessment (your first point of contact).Dr Darryl GibbsAssessment: Weighting, Type and Size of AssessmentWRIT1 50% Coursework, 2000 words equivalentSubmission deadlineFriday 22 January 2021 – 4pm GMTIf you have agreed mitigating circumstances, your personal submission date will be recorded on Moodle.Arrangements for submission:You are advised to submit work ahead of the published close of submissions to ensure that technical support is available should you encounter any issues with the submission process. The assessment point closes after the deadline has passed and you will not be able to upload your work. You will be recorded as a ‘non-attempt’.You should clearly name your file (for example, Joe Bloggs HLT7042 WRIT1). You are also advised to add this information to the header section of your submitted document. All files must be submitted as Microsoft Word or pdf documents.Location for return of workFeedback on your work will be available via the ‘Assessment and Feedback’ tile on the HLT7042 People, Places and Practice: Contextualising the Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industries Moodle on Friday 19 February 2021.The Requirements for Assessment2000 word reflectionSee details below on page 14Assessment criteriaSee page 15Grade descriptorsSee pages 15-23Feedback sheetSee page 19Resubmission detailsSee page 12 Assessment Briefs The purpose of the assessments in this module is to encourage you, from the start of the programme, to engage with current academic tourism, hospitality and events journals, the trade press as well as substantive, journalistic accounts. The teaching team see this as an excellent way for you to meet the module aims, specifically those which require an understanding and critical insight into the structure and characteristics of tourism, hospitality and events and the environmental factors impacting on the industries. From day one of the module, you are required to monitor newspapers, current sector journals and trade press in order to identify and evaluate the environmental factors likely to influence current and future supply and demand within the T.H.E industries. You will be required to undertake the following assessments: OTHR1 – two submissions – Friday 4 December – 16:00. Multisensory map plus 500-word reflection Time-lapse video plus 500-word reflection WRIT1 – 2000-word report – Friday 29 January – 16:00 OTHR1 This consists of two (2) parts – Submit Friday 4 December – 16:00. You need to choose one CITY and produce the following map and video based on your chosen city. A multisensory map. This builds on your experiences of space. You are asked to explore one CITY anywhere where you encounter particularly strong sensory stimuli, including but not limited to sights, sounds, smells, textures and tastes. The mapping can also make note of other things you may experience in response to these sensory experiences such as emotions, feelings and memories. This will be a 500-word reflection (based on how your chosen city is experienced in terms of either Tourism, Hospitality or Events) and a map of your chosen city with multisensory points – you can use audio-visual files etc. attached to your map. A two-minute time-lapse video. This will demonstrate how space is produced and consumed at different periods of time by different groups of people. A rhythm analysis is used to show the interrelation of space and time in the understanding of everyday life. This location should be in the same city but not necessarily the same location as the multi-sensory map. You should also include a 500-word reflection on your video. (based on how different groups of people experience and consume places in terms of Tourism, Hospitality or Events). WRIT 1 – 2000 words – Submit Friday 29 January – 16:00 A 2000-word report which reflects and expands on the chosen City for the multisensory map and time-lapse video and bring them together in a coherent discussion around the findings from the two earlier submissions. In this part you should address issues discussed throughout the module and bring theory into your analysis. For instance: how are places produced and what is the role of hospitality, tourism and events? How do people consume places? How do people become part of particular processes and practices? How have spaces and places and people and practices changed post COVID-19? What are industry and interest group perspectives on contemporary issues in relation to places in Tourism, Hospitality and Events? You should consider the implications of the Tourism, Hospitality and Event Industries for stakeholder groups and future practice and innovation in your chosen city location. By interacting with one another, we design rules, institutions and systems within which we live. You should also reflect on your observations of social interactions in your chosen location. You may use photos and/or videos to demonstrate your points if you make sure any people depicted in them are unrecognisable to ensure anonymity. This report should make connections between the theory embedded throughout this module and your chosen city. You must also include a minimum of 10 academic sources. Assessment marking scheme – OTHR 1 The marking sheet on page 18 will be used to provide feedback your report. Multi sensory map 30 marks Reflection on multi sensory map 15 marks Timelapse video 30 marks Reflection on timelapse video 15 marks General coherence of argument, structure, presentation of any tables, figures and appendices, use of Harvard referencing, proof reading and typographical errors 10 marks Assessment marking scheme – WRIT 1 The marking sheet on page 19 will be used to provide feedback your report. Critical summation of the issue and the evidence to be presented / clarity of line of argument 10 marks Critical appraisal of the intersections of place, tourism, hospitality and events. An in-depth understanding of the production and consumption of place over time as context for the T.H.E. industries 40 marks Critical appraisal of the implications of the T.H.E. industries for stakeholder groups and future practice / innovation / other themes pertinent to the issues discussed 40 marks General coherence of argument, structure, presentation of any tables, figures and appendices, use of Harvard referencing, proof reading and typographical errors 10 marks Re-submissions In the event that you are required to resubmit the coursework for this module your resubmission should be based on the original assignment brief, taking into account the feedback provided. You will be officially informed of this, any further details and the re-submission date following the relevant examination boards. The following learning outcomes are assessed in this assignment: Identify key influencers in the T.H.E industries and assess their roles and competences;Analyse and appreciate the complexity of the relationship between T.H.E and the settings in which it takes place;Evaluate critically the environmental factors that shape the tourism, hospitality and events industries;Assess critically industry and interest group perspectives on contemporary issues in T.H.E;Reflect critically on how industry practices inform the development of T.H.E experiences; DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS ASSIGNMENT FEEDBACK SHEET Student name ……………………………… Student Number………………………… Module HLT7042People, Places and Practice Assessment: OTHR 1 Programme MSc. Events Project Management / MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management Tutor……………………………………… Multi sensory map Reflection on multi sensory map Time-lapse video Reflection on timelapse video Suggestions for improving future work Multi-sensory mapReflection on multi-sensory mapTime-lapse VideoReflection on time-lapse videoGeneral coherence of argument, structure, presentation of any tables, figures and appendices, use of Harvard referencing, proof reading and typographical errors/ 30/ 15/ 30/ 15/ 10 Provisional mark DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS ASSIGNMENT FEEDBACK SHEET Student name ……………………………… Student Number………………………… Module HLT7042People, Places and Practice Assessment: WRIT 1 Programme MSc. Events Project Management / MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management Tutor……………………………………… Quick checklist Is the work structured appropriately? Y/N Does the work contain at least 10 contemporary and academically credible resources? Y/N Does the work use the Harvard Referencing System? Y / N Has the work been proof read? Y/N Are the arguments presented evidence-based? Y/N Suggestions for improving future work Critical summation of the issue and the evidence to be presented Clarity of line of argument set outCritical appraisal of the intersections of place, tourism, hospitality and events. An understanding of the production and consumption of place over time as context for the T.H.E. industriesCritical appraisal of the implications of the T.H.E. industries for stakeholder groups and future practice / innovation / other themes pertinent to the issues discussedGeneral coherence of argument, structure, presentation of any tables, figures and appendices, use of Harvard referencing, proof reading and typographical errors/ 10/ 40/ 40/ 10 Provisional mark CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY CARDIFF SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT Assignment/coursework general submission requirements THIS APPLIES TO ALL WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS A. Written work Your student identification number must be clearly stated at the top of each page of your work.A declaration that the work is your own (apart from otherwise referenced acknowledgements) must be included after the title page of your assignment.Each page must be numbered.Where appropriate, a contents page, a list of tables/figures and a list of abbreviations should precede your work.All referencing must adhere to School requirements – which are based on the Harvard system of referencing.A word count must be stated at the end of your work.Appendices should be kept to the minimum and be of direct relevance to the content of your work.All tables and figures must be correctly numbered and labelled.Your assignment/coursework should be submitted to Turnitin via the HLT7042 Moodle page GENERIC LEVEL 7 BAND DESCRIPTORS PASS DESCRIPTORS Distinction Level Category (70%-100%): Overview This range of marks represents the level of attainment commensurate with the award of a Masters degree with Distinction. The range is subdivided into the following bands: 70%-79%80%-89%90%-100% A full descriptor is provided below for the 70%-79% band. Points 1 to 5 within this descriptor also apply to the 80%-89% and 90%-100% bands. However, in the case of these higher levels, additional characteristics have been identified in order to reflect the excellent and outstanding nature of such work. Distinction Level Category: 70%-79% This band of marks represents the level of attainment commensurate with the award of a Masters degree with Distinction. In the work presented for assessment, students awarded marks within this band will have demonstrated a full and detailed understanding of the set task and an ability to have met the learning outcomes and address the assessment criteria at a very good level. Within the assessment submission the student: demonstrates mastery of a complex and specialised area of knowledge. There is strong evidence of an ability to extend, transform and apply such knowledge. The student also demonstrates an ability to engage in sophisticated discussion of complex concepts and to recognise the limitations and/or ambiguity of disciplinary knowledge. Independent thinking and original insights are also features of work at this level. demonstrates an ability to communicate information, complex ideas, results of research and concepts in a coherent and succinct manner. The standard of presentation is high and the format appropriate. Key points are logically organised and in written work, the style is lucid and mature. Arguments are well-defined and clearly articulated. demonstrates an ability to conduct research or advanced technical or professional activity, undertake detailed analysis and critical enquiry relevant to the task/discipline, and expertise in highly specialised and advanced technical, professional and/or research skills, by making excellent use of a number of appropriate techniques. The student is highly successful in presenting, synthesising and commenting on research process and outcomes and is able to comment perceptively and with insight on the relationship between theory and practice. demonstrates a detailed and thorough knowledge of current research/advanced scholarship in the discipline. The use of scholarly reviews/primary sources is sophisticated and a breadth and depth of individual reading and investigation, extending beyond the sources provided, is apparent. The referencing of literature and other sources is accurate and in line with academic conventions. A thorough knowledge and understanding of research processes, techniques and methods, is demonstrated along with an ability to design and apply appropriate research methodologies, apply research knowledge and skills successfully in appropriate contexts. demonstrates an ability to engage in critical evaluation of concepts/arguments/data and to make appropriate and informed judgements. Arguments are well developed, sustained and substantiated. Where relevant, assumptions are challenged and there is clear recognition of the complexities of academic debate. Appropriate and sometimes innovative solutions are offered to problems. There is strong evidence that the student is able to reflect effectively on her/his own practice. Critical evaluation of the student’s own work and/or professional practice is highly perceptive and there is a full awareness of the implications for future development. Distinction Level Category: 80%-89% This band of marks represents the level of attainment commensurate with the award of a Masters degree with Distinction. In the work presented for assessment, students awarded marks within this band will in addition have demonstrated a full and detailed understanding of the set task and an ability to have met the learning outcomes and address the assessment criteria at an excellent level. Distinction Level Category: 90%-100% This band of marks represents the level of attainment commensurate with the award of a Masters degree with Distinction. In the work presented for assessment, students awarded marks within this band will in addition have demonstrated a full and detailed understanding of the set task and an ability to have met the learning outcomes and address the assessment criteria at an outstanding and exceptional level. Further to the five descriptors listed in the 70%-79% band, characteristics of work in the 80%-89% and 90%-100% bands include the following. Work is of a standard deemed to be worthy of publication/manufacture/public exhibition/public performance. In written coursework, reference citations extend significantly beyond the main body of reading normally expected in the discipline/field of study. In examinations, a substantial range of reference citations are included. Work may challenge the boundaries of knowledge within the discipline/field of study and is informed by innovative and/or creative thinking. New insights are offered that are informed by critical evaluation of current research/scholarship/professional practice. Students demonstrate the ability to design and undertake their own research or advanced scholarship, applying relevant techniques and methods appropriately. The exceptional standard of the work extends beyond that expected at Level 7 and has features consistent with Level 8. Merit Level Category: 60%-69% This band of marks represents the level of attainment commensurate with the award of a Masters degree with Merit. In the work presented for assessment, students awarded marks within this band will have demonstrated a full understanding of the set task and an ability to have met the learning outcomes and address the assessment criteria at a good level. Within the assessment submission the student: demonstrates mastery of a complex and specialised area of knowledge. There is clear evidence of an ability to apply such knowledge and, in some contexts, to extend and transform it. The discussion of complex concepts is often tackled successfully and there is evidence of independent thinking. demonstrates an ability to communicate information, results of research, ideas and concepts clearly and succinctly. Work is well presented and the format appropriate. Key points are appropriately organised, fluently conveyed and are well articulated. demonstrates an ability to conduct research or advanced technical or professional activity, undertake detailed analysis and critical enquiry relevant to the task/discipline, and expertise in highly specialised and advanced technical, professional and/or research skills, by making use of appropriate techniques and has considerable success in presenting and commenting on research process and outcomes. There is some linkage between theory and practice. demonstrates a thorough knowledge of current research/scholarship in the discipline. Examples referred to indicate a breadth and depth of individual reading and investigation that extend beyond the sources provided. The referencing of literature and other sources is almost always accurate. A secure knowledge of research processes is evident along with an ability to design and apply appropriate research methodologies, apply research skills and knowledge in the appropriate context. demonstrates an ability to engage in critical evaluation and reflection. Arguments are clearly considered and substantiated and there is evidence of an ability to make appropriate judgements and to suggest solutions to problems. The student also demonstrates an ability to engage in reflective practice and to take account of personal evaluations when planning for future development. Pass Level Category: 50%-59% This band of marks represents the level of attainment commensurate with the award of a Masters degree at Pass level. In the work presented for assessment, students awarded marks within this band will have demonstrated a basic but secure understanding of the set task and an ability to have met the associated learning outcomes and address the threshold assessment criteria. Within the assessment submission the student: demonstrates mastery of a complex and specialised area of knowledge, but is frequently descriptive and based on given sources. There is limited evidence of independent thinking. demonstrates the ability to communicate information, results of research, ideas, concepts and arguments. However, more success is achieved in describing and reporting factual information rather than communicating complex ideas. Generally, the work is appropriately structured. demonstrates an ability to conduct research or advanced technical or professional activity and undertake some limited analysis and enquiry relevant to the task/discipline, and expertise in highly specialised and advanced technical, professional and/or research skills, and is usually successful in presenting and commenting on research process and outcomes. demonstrates knowledge of current research/scholarship in the discipline and an ability to provide some comment and/or discussion of its implications. Examples of research/scholarship referred to in the work may indicate an over-reliance o

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