1.Relevant topic is identified

Topic is appplicable in the context of agricultural production/technology/management/extension /or a combination of the above.

Research proposals is submitted and approved

2. Literature review is comprehensive

Literature review is relevant

Knowledge of the potential research area is demonstrated

Pilot study is conducted where appllicable

3. Problem is identified

Problem is defined

Problem statement is formulated effectively

Research objectives are determined

Research methodology is selected

4. Title identifies the research area is clear
Title clearly indicates the problem.

5. Direction of research is clear.

Preliminary explanation of problem is formulated

Knowledge of the relashionship between hypothesis and assumptions is applied where applicable

6. A complete plan is submitted within three months of registration

Research strategy is effective

Appropriate data is identified

The universum parameters are identified and are accurate

Planned evaluation of research is appropriate

Planned method of presentation is appropriate

Research proposal and design are quantitative and qualitative

7. Research tools are applied effectively

Literature review is intergrated effectively

Appropriate research methodology is applied

Sampling is correct

8. Data is collected effectively

Management of project is effective

Data is processed correctly

Data and conclusions are presented and analysed effectively

Data is interpreted correctly

Conclusions are drawn logically

9. Appropriate method of reporting is identified

Presentation of research project complies with the necessary format

Content is in comprehensive and concise

Content is relevant

Insight is demonstrated

Langauge is apppropriate

Reference method and bibliography are correct

Recommendations and conclusions are relevant

Presenation method is effective

Advanced communication skills are demonstrated Scientific communication is effective

Completion of projects is within the prescribed time frame

Research ethics are adhered to

Research ethics are adhered to

Research is published as required

Integrated assessment:

All examiners have to allocate a pass mark of 50% and 75% in the case of distinctions.

The passing of all prescribed subjects (where applicable) is subject to a minimum of 50% and also 75% in the case of distinctions.
Learners have to pass all subjects at the first attempt.