PROJECT 1
REPORT GUIDE
2026
Based on 2026 tutorial letters
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Instrucitons broken down
Video lessons linked
Examples included
Referencing guide attached
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Contents
1. Instructions ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2. PROJECT 1 DESCRIPTION: ................................................................................................................ 4
3. The Rubric 2026 .............................................................................................................................. 8
4. STRUCTURE OF THE REPORT with examples ............................................................................... 10
7. APA 7TH EDITION REFERENCING GUIDE......................................................................................... 83
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1. Instructions
ASSIGNMENT INFORMATION FOR THE PORTFOLIO
FOURTH ASSIGNMENT
Task: You are required to write your research report, which will serve as your examination for
this module
Tutorial Letter 101:
• The examination (Research Report) will count 80% towards the final module mark.
• To pass this module, you must obtain a subminimum of 40% for the research report
(i.e.,portfolio) and a final mark (year mark plus portfolio mark) of at least 50%.
• The year mark (average of three assignments) contributes 20% towards the final mark, and
the research report (summative assessment) contributes 80%.
Key Elements:
❖ State an abstract and introduction
❖ Present an advanced literature review.
❖ Clearly state your 2 research hypotheses derived from the literature review.
❖ Provide detailed information about the study, including methods, participants, and
procedures.
❖ Report the results of your research.
❖ Discuss the findings and their implications.
Important Note:
• The results you report must align with the results generated in the research project.
• If there are discrepancies, it will be considered as data/result fabrication, violating
scientific research's ethical principles.
Length:
• The research report must not exceed twenty (20) pages, excluding the front page, table of
contents, references, and appendix.
• This assignment will test your ability to conduct research, analyze data, and present your
findings scientifically rigorously.
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• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of your results.
(Resource: HRPYC81/102/2026)
ASSIGNMENT 4
FOURTH ASSIGNMENT: THE RESEARCH REPORT
How to prepare for your Fourth Assignment?
• Consider the feedback you received for the second and third assignments.
• Attend the online seminars demonstrating the various steps of the data analysis process
using SPSS and select the provided SPSS outputs relevant to your research report.
How to complete the Fourth Assignment?
Use the structure below to write the research report. Start writing your research
report as early as possible.
Module/ research project COVER/information page
1. Module code: HRPYC81
2. Research report for PROJECT - Indicate the project number
3. Assignment number - Indicate the assignment number
4. Title of study: Indicate the title of your research study
5. Surname: Indicate your surname and Initials
6. Student number: Indicate your student number
7. Examination period: October/November 2026
Structure of the Fourth Assignment
➢ Cover page
➢ Content of the report (20 pages)
➢ References
➢ Plagiarism declaration – check announcements to see if this must be attached or you tick the
box when you submit