Feb 02, 2019
RAP Word Count Increased to 7,500 – What it includes?

RAP Word Count Increased to 7,500 – What it includes?

The Difference of 1000 Words (Updated February 1st)

Back in 2013, the updated OBU information pack was released with new word count requirements for the RAP. Previously, the word count of the project was 6,500 words which comprises of in-text citations but not references list. Moreover, as per the guidelines followed previously in 2013 and back, section headings were also included in the word count. Nevertheless, the Title page was excluded. As far as the table of contents are concerned, only the analysis such as PEST was the part of 6,500 words otherwise, table of contents were excluded from the total word count. To be specific, in 2013 (OLD WORDCOUNT) guidelines were as follows:

Old 6500 words included:

  • Headings and subheadings
  • In-text citations

Old 6500 words excluded:

  • Table of contents
  • Graphs and tables along with different data presentation
  • References
  • Financial statements
  • Diagrams and equations

RAP Updated Word Count is 7,500

Since then, the word count of the RAP in all the periods is 7,500 which apply for the next period 38 as well. As far the SLS is concerned, it remains 2,000 words.

This includes and excludes the following:

7500 words include the title page, table of contents, tables and graphs along with diagrams and equations as well. This must be within the project itself. However, list of references, financial statements, list of abbreviations and appendices remain excluded.
Hot tip: You have to make sure your RAP is at least 7,000 words if not 7,500. If you fail to do so, you will not be able to achieve a Pass. Best is to have at least 7400 words.

Hot tip: You have to make sure your RAP is at least 7,000 words if not 7,500. If you fail to do so, you will not be able to achieve a Pass. Best is to have at least 7400 words.


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