The essay will be argumentative, and you should begin with a clear introduction that provides context for the essay, proposes a research question, states the thesis, and outlines the main parts of your argument.
The essay must do the following things:
- Present an analytical argument that is a clear answer to the question.
- Provide a concise account of why you chose the case(s) to examine your topic.
- Use an existing theoretical approach to examine your chosen topic.
- Recognise the diversity of views and approaches in the literature.
- Offer some factually correct, compelling evidence to support your argument (quality of empirical research)
- Communicate the above in a clear, structured, analytical style (good outline, transitions, and writing style).
Citations must follow APA style. Essays will be graded based on a variety of factors, including strength of argument, depth of research, your ability to engage with theoretical frames/concepts, organization, writing style, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. The essay should be under 2000 words in length (please mark word count under your title) and refer to at least eight academic sources.