“I Did Everything I Could… Why Is My Mark Still Low?”
You attend all your lectures, take proper notes, spend hours writing your assignment, and still… the result doesn’t match the effort.
Feels frustrating, doesn’t it?
You start thinking — maybe I did something wrong? Maybe I missed something?
But here’s the truth, and I say this as someone who’s marked thousands of assignments in my time as a university lecturer:
Sometimes, it’s not you. The system itself can be unfair.
Why Does Unfair Marking Even Happen?
We’d like to believe that grading is always fair and accurate. But in the real world — especially in Maltese universities — things don’t always go that way.
Here’s what actually happens behind the scenes:
Grading Is Often Based on Personal Opinion
Let me explain something most students don’t realise:
There’s a big difference between exams and written assignments.
In exams, there are clear right or wrong answers.
But with essays, case studies, reflections — it’s not always black and white.
It’s subjective.
Two different lecturers can read the same work and give two completely different marks — and that’s not an exaggeration.
I’ve seen it happen many times.
Lecturers Are Rushed and Overloaded
No one says this openly, but it’s true — university staff are under pressure.
In UOM or MCAST, one lecturer could be handling 100+ students across different courses.
So when they’re marking, it’s often rushed.
They don’t always read every word carefully. They skim.
And that’s where careless grading creeps in.
Rubrics Are Either Missing or Too Confusing
Students are often told: “Check the rubric.”
But what if it’s never shared clearly?
And even if it is, many rubrics are vague.
Terms like “not critical enough” or “needs more depth” mean nothing if there’s no explanation behind them.
So you’re stuck trying to guess what the lecturer wants — and that’s not how grading should work.
Personal Bias Exists (Even If They Don’t Admit It)
I wish I could say otherwise, but yes, some bias does exist.
Some lecturers prefer a certain writing style. Some might unconsciously favour students they’ve taught before.
And some are just stricter than others.
So when students say, “My friend did less work but scored higher” — that’s not just in your head. It really happens.
What Students in Malta Are Saying?
I’ve personally spoken to dozens of students in Malta about this.
Here are just a few things I’ve heard in the last year alone:
- “I followed every single guideline… and still failed.” (UOM Law student)
- “The feedback made no sense. Just said ‘work on your structure’ – but how?” (MCAST Business student)
- “They marked me down for ‘referencing issues’ even though I used the exact style from the handbook.” (JC Sociology student)
It’s not just one or two cases. This is happening a lot more than people realise.
How to Protect Yourself From Unfair Grading?
Look — you can’t control who marks your work.
But you can control how you prepare and present it.
Here’s how I help my students create what I call “safe” or “marker-proof” assignments:
Pay attention to Concreteness & not to fancy words.
There is no need to attempt to sound scholarly.
Keep your sentences short. Be direct. Avoid waffle.
If your point is clear, it’s harder for the marker to “miss” it.
Stick Closely to the Rubric (Even If It’s Not Given)
If no rubric is shared, build your own based on what the lecturer usually wants:
- Introduction that sets the tone
- Clear argument with evidence
- Your points should come one after another in a way that actually makes sense. Like… don’t jump from topic to topic. Keep it in a line — beginning, middle, end.
- Whatever style your course wants — APA, Harvard, whatever — make sure it’s the same all through. Don’t mix them up. That’s one thing that instantly annoys markers.
- When you’re ending the assignment, don’t just copy what you said at the start. Try to wrap things up in your own words. Like you’re giving a final message, not just repeating yourself.
Back Every Idea With a Source
Don’t assume your opinion is enough.
Even if you’re confident, always support your points with research.
This shows the marker that you’ve done your homework.
Let Someone Else Read It First
One of the best things you can do: let a friend (or anyone who’s good at English) read your work.
Ask someone else to read it — they’ll spot the parts that don’t make sense way faster than you will. Trust me, your brain fills in the gaps when it’s your own work.
Even changing a few lines here and there can lift your grade. I’ve seen students go from a D to a B with just better structure and cleaner language.
What About Getting Professional Assignment Help?
Now, this part is important.
Some students feel guilty about asking for help.
But when marking is inconsistent, and your grades affect your future — why take chances?
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Why?
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One Student’s Story
I remember helping a student from MCAST who had failed her assignment twice.
She was so frustrated, almost ready to drop out.
She sent me her old work. Honestly? Her ideas were good. But it was messy — no structure, no references, unclear paragraphs.
We helped her rewrite the whole thing properly. Cleaned up the format. Fixed the arguments.
She submitted it and got a B —, first pass after two fails.
She didn’t need “more knowledge.” She just needed the right structure and clear writing.
Last Thing I’ll Say…
If you’re reading this and thinking, “Yes, this is me” — then don’t wait until your marks drop further.
It’s not just about passing. It’s about protecting your confidence.
And let’s be real — once your confidence drops, it’s hard to even open your laptop, let alone write another assignment.
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