Writing guides for academics

Skills and advice for researching, collaborating on and writing academic books, articles, papers, reports and essays, from preprints to peer-reviewed journals.

By Eliza.Compton , 4 June, 2024
Grassroots initiatives can promote visibility of marginalised groups, self-expression and community, writes Emily Downes. Here are her key tips from running a creative writing competition to mark LGBTQ+ History Month
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5minutes
By kiera.obrien , 4 June, 2024
Completing a thesis within 12 weeks may seem impossible, but by combining AI and your supervisor’s expertise, it can be done. Mariam Shadan shows how
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 6 May, 2024
Finding time to write can be a challenge for graduate students who often juggle multiple roles and responsibilities. Mabel Ho provides some tips to make the process less daunting
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 16 February, 2024
Writing is similar to three specific mathematical practices: modelling, problem-solving and proving, writes Caroline Yoon. Learn how to use these to improve academic writing
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4minutes
By sara.custer , 3 January, 2024
Many applicants struggle to articulate their successes in their applications for a job, promotion or award. Harriet Dunbar-Morris is here to help you make your case
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3minutes