Demonstrate an awareness of and grounding in sociological theory and locate the project within the field of appropriate literature.

All MSc assignments will be marked in conjunction with the generic Level 7 assessment criteria, available in the Programme Handbook. In addition, the dissertation will be assessed using these more sociologically specific criteria:

Students are expected to have produced a piece of work which:

1. A)  identifies a clear problem in the sociology of sport and/or exercise;
2. B)  demonstrates an awareness of and grounding in sociological theory;
3. C)  locates the project within the field of appropriate literature;
4. D)  shows a consideration of appropriate methodological issues and justifies the methods adopted;

1. E)  conforms to the conventional academic standards in relation to presentation and referencing.