Communication Skills for Postgraduate Study

Prepare a research essay on Gender equality in India

Introduction

Importance of the SDG for the country
Progress towards implementing the SDG*
Barriers towards implementing the SDG

Argument development - Exceeds the expectations of the unit

The thesis statement clearly expresses a critical and complex central argument about the *progress and barriers towards implementing the SDG in the chosen country. The essay very strongly supports the thesis statement with sound evidence.

Introduction and conclusion - The introduction very clearly follows a general to specific structure and logically sets the scene, succinctly states the purpose and scope, and leads up to a very well-articulated thesis statement with no unnecessary points.

The conclusion clearly draws the main ideas very well together, succinctly restates the thesis and expands the scope very well. Well-articulated recommendations and implications for future research evident.

Body
The body paragraphs present a range of different aspects or perspectives in an organised way with well-expressed topic sentences, reasons and examples. Contains very well-considered and useful critical comments. Overall, excellent cohesion.

Synthesis of information
Information from a minimum of 6 or more **credible/
academic sources (including 3 peer-reviewed articles) are well - synthesized in the body paragraphs. Information used from the sources very clearly supports the argument presented.

Referencing and use of sources
A complete, consistent, and accurate reference list is provided for all sources, following the APA 7th edition. The in-text citations accurately match the end-text citations. Paraphrasing of sources is exemplary. A combination of author and information prominent referencing is very skillfully used.

Writing Proficiency
Uses an extensive range of academic vocabulary and topic-specific terms.
Exhibits impeccable clarity and pleasurable readability through precise and creative use of phrases. Displays very well-structured and punctuated sentences, showcasing a variety of sentence types and transition signals. No or very minor issues with grammar and/or punctuation.

For the essay, you must address parts (a) and (b); however, part (c) is optional:
a. Explain the importance of a particular SDGfor your country, or another country you are familiar with
b. Discuss the progress and barriers towards implementing the SDG

Optional:
c. Critique the SDG itself as it relates to the country or the world (e.g., How relevant or appropriate are