Associated Assessment Criteria:

1. Display thorough knowledge of the field of enquiry.
2. Formulate an appropriate hypothesis, plan and carry out an appropriate experimental qualification and analyse results obtained correctly.
3. Cooperate with fellow learners and to contribute meaningfully to group efforts to work on a problem.
4. Display ability.
5. Display a mastery of subject material by independent study.
6. Display ability to work on a project without help.
7. Prove the ability to write a project or progress report independently.
8. Present an acceptable project proposal on a topic.
9. Motivate the reasoning behind the proposal satisfactorily.
10. Perform the actions required to complete the collection of information.
11. Relate the information obtained to that which is known.
12. Display knowledge of current information retrieval systems and processes.
13. Demonstrate mastery of the use of technical and professional language and terminology.
14. Demonstrate awareness and recognition of the need for careful laboratory techniques.
15. Demonstrate the ability to use appropriate technology correctly, safely and responsibly.
16. Present a project proposal in which all the appropriate aspects relating to the broad social and environmental considerations are addressed.
17. Be able to suggest possible changes in the proposal should certain aspects not turn out as expected.
18. Demonstrate understanding of the philosophy of the bio-sciences.
19. Show awareness of the need for different ways of learning and assimilation of knowledge.
20. Show awareness of the need for continued study so as to remain constantly up to date.
21. Demonstrate awareness of the effects of pollution and industrialisation on society and the environment.
22. Demonstrate awareness of the need for responsible management of environmental and biological resources and diversity.
23. Participate as responsible biochemists in the life of local, national and global communities.
24. Demonstrate awareness of where the chosen field of study impinges on society and where further studies may be done.
25. Demonstrate the ability to relate the field of study to society and thus know where those skills are likely to be required.
26. Demonstrate the knowledge of what the chosen field of study involves and how it can be used for entrepreneurial activity.
27. Show understanding of how the field of study impinges on society.

Integrated Assessment:

• The qualification is aligned with teaching, learning, and assessment activities linked to module and qualification outcomes.
• Assessment methods include summative and formative assessment to enhance applied competence and facilitate authentic assessment and learning.
• Assessment is used not only to determine outcomes but also to generate data for grading and provide feedback for curriculum improvement.
• Assessment methods include essays, computer-based assessments, theory tests, cases and open problems, practical and interpretative skills evaluation, reporting on practical applications, presentations, analysis, and problem-solving assessments in Biochemistry.
• The research module is assessed against specific criteria to provide evidence of research capacity in Biochemistry methodology and techniques.
• Assessment methods are selected to suit learning outcomes, theoretical engagement, and intellectual independence, based on purpose, validity, and relevance.
• Various assessment methods cater to different learning styles of the student population.