The student effectively outlines the topic of their study at the beginning of the essay, clearly describing the role of oxytocin in human psychology and its presumed connection with social relationships. They establish a clear context for the study, including the relevant background information, purpose, and focus of the essay, and present a detailed and focused research question related to psychology. The scope of the research question is appropriate to the availability of resources, time, and the word limit, and the student describes the academic context and justification behind the choice of their research question. However, the student could improve by explaining why the topic is worthy of investigation based on the presented academic context and the current scope of knowledge of the area. Additionally, they would have been advised to ensure their research provides a novel insight into the subject area and highlight any gaps in research that have motivated them to pursue the research question.
