Reading, writing and referencing
Reading, writing and referencing
Reading and note taking
Writing effectively
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Using a writing process
A six-step process to get writing done.
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Academic style
Explore the key features that make up academic style.
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Paragraphs
This video will show you how to structure paragraphs in your academic writing.
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Clarity and focus
Advice on writing in a clear style that moves logically from one idea to the next.
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Connecting ideas
How to connect ideas at the sentence and paragraph level in academic writing.
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Originality
This resource explores the concept of originality at different levels of university study.
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Writing a rationale
How to write a rationale.
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Using sources: checklist
A checklist to help you edit your writing and make the most of your sources.
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Editing
Find out how to edit your work effectively.
Reports
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Professional style
Four strategies to help you write in a professional style.
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Writing about data
5 top tips to help you engage critically with data.
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Executive summaries
Learn how to write effective executive summaries.
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Business reports
Learn how to structure business reports to suit your audience and aim.
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Research reports
This resource will help you identify the common elements and basic format of a research report.
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Technical reports
A resource to writing technical reports in Engineering.
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Design reports
Learn the features of an engineering design report.
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Site visit reports
Key stages of conducting a site visit and reporting your observations and findings.
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Lab reports
How to structure and communicate your findings in a lab report.
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Writing an abstract
This resource explains what an abstract is, its purpose, structure and what to include.
Literature reviews
Reflective writing
Annotated bibliography
Referencing and research
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Referencing
A step by step approach to help you manage and acknowledge sources effectively.
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Paraphrasing
This video will show you how to best paraphrase ideas from other sources in your academic writing.
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Developing a research question
This video will guide you on how to develop a good research question.
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Research proposals
How to write an effective proposal.
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Using APA 7
A resource to writing in-text citations and a reference list using the APA 7th edition.
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Incorporating sources
Effectively combine your ideas with those of other writers.
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Incorporating music examples
How to integrate music examples in your writing.