1. Methodology Dissertation
Has the student identified the choice of the research paradigm and given a theoretical
justification for it?Has the student identified the methodology and approach chosen and
justified these selections over other available ones?To what extent did the student critique
differing methods?Are the research methods and choice of instrument(s) clearly stated? Is
clear logic employed? Overall, was the study appropriately designed and executed?Is the
sample size and type stated, defined, and defended?Has piloting been discussed and have
any changes been identified?Is the data analysis explained and critically situated within the
project?Does the student consider issues relating to ethics and GDPR?In relation to
quantitative methodology, are issues of objectivity, validity, reliability and generalisability
discussed? In terms of qualitative research, have issues on trustworthiness been addressed?
Are issues to do with reflexivity critically discussed?Is there a critical introduction and
conclusion?Are sources referenced correctly?
