Novel and fire safe insulation materials currently being used for residential buildingsFormat needs to be:

Project question:

Novel and fire safe insulation materials currently being used for residential buildingsFormat needs to be:

Introduction; Methodology; Expected outcomes; References

Project Proposal

The Project Proposal functions as an extended version of the Project Brief. The Project Proposal should be 1,000 words in length (equivalent) and include the following:

Project introduction and background

Research Aims and Objectives

Project Scope

Research Questions

Introduction / Significance [10 marks]

HD D C P F

Clear introduction and definition of the project and its practical significance.

Detailed discussion provided on background information and theory relevant to research project. Clear introduction and definition of the project and its practical significance.

Discussion provided on background information and theory relevant to research project. Clear introduction and definition of the project and its practical significance.

Discussion provided on background information relevant to research project.

Clear introduction and definition of the project.

Discussion provided on background information relevant to research project.

Unclear introduction and definition of the project.

Limited discussion provided on background information relevant to research project.

Research Aims and Project Scope [5 marks]

HD D C P F

Research aims, project scope and limitations of study stated in high level of detail and justified. Research aims, project scope and limitations of study clearly stated in detail. Research aims, project scope and limitations of study stated in some detail. Research aims and project stated. Research aims and project scope not clearly stated, or irrelevant to project.

Research Questions [5 marks]

HD D C P F

The research questions are exceptionally clear, precise, and demonstrate a high level of relevance and significance. They show both feasibility and ambition, with a strong element of originality and innovation. The research questions are very clear, precise, and highly relevant to the research problem. They demonstrate a good balance of feasibility and ambition. The research questions are generally clear and well-defined. They address a relevant problem or gap in the literature. Feasibility is reasonably demonstrated. The research questions are somewhat clear, but improvements are needed for precision and relevance. There may be some feasibility concerns. The research questions lack clarity and precision, making it challenging to discern the intended focus. They are either too broad or unclear, and their significance or relevance is unclear.