What is this topic about?
Efficient academic writing is essential for most assessments and requires you to develop your academic voice, so you can write in a clear, confident and concise style.
You can improve your writing and subject understanding by reading carefully and using effective note-making strategies. Reading widely will also enhance your critical thinking, crucial for balanced, nuanced assignments.
The resources below will support all aspects of your academic writing.
Workshops
How to Write an Argument
This workshop introduces the fundamentals of academic writing, using practical examples to encourage students to find their own voice and exploring the fundamental concepts of structure, tone, and comparison.
Before this session you may want to attend: Approaching Assignments
Book a PlaceReflective Writing
This interactive workshop will guide you through the process of using reflective models in your practice and will provide practical tips for meaningful reflection, to draw on your experiences and reflect on your learner journey so far.
Before this session you may want to attend: Academic Judgement, Developing Your Academic Voice
Fundamentals of Writing
In this workshop we will explore the ways that you can begin writing clear and effective sentences using a range of punctuation marks and sentence structures. By the end of this workshop you will have learnt about the rules for writing sentences, but most importantly you will know how to interpret those rules in order to improve the clarity of your writing and the message you want to communicate.
Resources
Mini Modules
Reading and Note-Taking Mini Module
Resources
Draft Coach Quick Guide
Upcoming Workshops
Toolkit
Handout
Critical Vs Descriptive Handout
Handout