abstract of dissertation

I’m stuck on a Social Science question and need an explanation.

Assessment Criteria:

The dissertation will be assessed according to the following criteria:

– knowledge of relevant literature, issues and debates is demonstrated

– a relevant methodology is adopted and suitably employed

– an argument is coherently presented and supported by evidence

– the dissertation offers sustained critical analysis of relevant themes, issues, concepts

– the style and presentation is clear and careful, and appropriate academic conventions processes, institutions; have been observed.