essay 2000 words

• A brief overview of the structure
• The key argument(s) being made
• The relevant concepts or theories used
• An appropriate and critical engagement with the topic
• Use of relevant empirical examples/case studies
• Full bibliography (to be presented at the end of the power point presentation)
• A question which will provide the basis for a class discussion following the

presentation

Coursework 2 – Presentation Report:
The aim of this 1000-word report is to develop ideas discussed and questions asked during
the delivery of the presentation. This will allow the development of analytical and critical
investigative skills, along with skills of communication and presentation. This can be written
in the style of a mini essay, in which you can further elaborate on concepts raised in the
presentation, and also offer references to the relevant resources used.

Coursework 3 – Essay:

Writing an essay offers the opportunity to develop and apply your research skills and
knowledge, using empirical and theoretical analysis related to the field of global
governance. You may select one of the essay titles below. The individual essay provides you
with an opportunity to develop your research skills and apply your knowledge to important
empirical and theoretical questions. You are expected to organise and analyse your research
materials, present information and assess competing explanations from primary and
secondary sources.

Please select one question from the following list. The topic of your essay should be different
than that of your Presentation. You need to address the selected question using relevant
conceptual and empirical analysis:

1. Is the rise of regionalism a response to globalisation? Discuss using relevant conceptual
and empirical arguments.

2. What roles do Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) play in global governance? Why
are some governments wary of NGOs’ roles and activities?

3. Can Trans-National Criminal Organisations be considered as a category of actors in global
governance? Use relevant examples to demonstrate your argument.

4. What is the concept of ‘Division of Labour’, and how does it contribute to a better
understanding of global inequality?

5. Is global governance possible without governments? Discuss the notion of
governance and the architecture of global governance.

Nayef T Alkhalifa

First (70-100) 2:1 (60-69) 2:2 (50-59) 3rd (40-49) Fail (0-39)
Knowledge and
understanding of
key theories,
concepts, and
sources

20% Confident engagement with
relevant theories, concepts,
and sources which
demonstrates an excellent
understanding. Identifies links
between separate themes.
Identifies wide range of
appropriate sources.

A good grasp of relevant
theories, concepts, and
sources covered on the
module. Identifies a range of
appropriate sources. Evidence
of a good level of research.

Reasonable grasp of relevant
theories, concepts, and
sources covered on the
module but lacks some detail
and might display minor
errors. Engages with key
readings but not in depth.
Relatively little research.

Insufficient engagement with
relevant theories, concepts,
and sources covered on the
module. Significant errors and
gaps in knowledge and
understanding. Relies on
some poor quality sources.

Poor grasp of relevant
theories, concepts, and
sources covered on the
module. Little to no use of
appropriate sources.
Significant errors and gaps
in knowledge and
understanding. Relies
heavily on poor quality
sources.

Depth of critical
analysis and
evaluation

20% Identifies main theoretical
points and arguments, along
with underlying assumptions.
Subjects texts and arguments
to confident, detailed analysis
and evaluation.

Identifies main theoretical
points and arguments. Subjects
them to careful analysis and
evaluation.

Identifies some important
theoretical points and
arguments but analysis and
evaluation lack depth. Likely
to be too descriptive.

Neglects some important
points or arguments. Analysis
or evaluation is largely absent
or incoherent. Almost entirely
descriptive.

Purely descriptive writing or
with no comprehensible
attempt at relevant analysis
or evaluation.

Clarity of
argument

20% Provides a clear answer to the
question. Argument is
persuasive, and presented
clearly and logically, with
excellent evidence and
justification provided.

Provides a clear answer to the
question. Logic of argument is
mostly clear, with appropriate
evidence and justification
provided.

Addresses the question but
may lack focus. Argument
sometimes weak or unclear.
Evidence and justification not
always provided.

Tenuous connection to the
question. Argument is not
supported with sufficient
evidence and justification
and/or is unclear.

Ignores the question.
Argument is either absent,
entirely irrelevant, or not
discernible.

Logic and clarity
of structure

20% Carefully planned. Logical
structure allows argument to
develop effectively. Writing
demonstrates excellent
signposting.

Well-planned.
Structure is clear and effective.
Writing demonstrates good
signposting.

Evidence of limited planning.
Structure is reasonably clear
but not always effective.
Writing uses some
signposting.

Appears unplanned.
Structure is unclear and often
lacks logic. Writing uses very
little signposting.

Structure is haphazard,
illogical, or absent. Writing
does not use signposting.

Quality of writing
(grammar,
punctuation) and
referencing

20% Very few errors. Style is clear
and engaging. Sentence
structure is excellent.
Referencing and bibliography
are thorough and accurate.
Quotes and paraphrased
material are well incorporated
into the text.

Few errors of grammar or
punctuation. Writing is clear
and easy to follow. Sentence
structure is very good.
Referencing and bibliography
are thorough and mostly
accurate. Quotes and
paraphrased material are
mostly well incorporated into
the text.

Some errors of grammar or
punctuation. Writing
occasionally lacks clarity.
Sentence structure is
sometimes incorrect.
Referencing and bibliography
might not be accurate or
sufficiently thorough. Quotes
and paraphrased material are
not always well incorporated.

Consistent and serious errors
of grammar or punctuation.
Writing is hard to follow.
Referencing and bibliography
are mostly inaccurate or
inadequate. Quotes and
paraphrased material are not
well incorporated into the text.

Consistent and serious
errors of grammar or
punctuation which make the
essay hard to understand.
Referencing and
bibliography are absent,
inadequate, and/or
inaccurate. If plagiarised
material is in evidence, this
will be reported to the
Student Regulations Team.