Writing for University

This guide provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to write successfully for university. It covers critical writing, using sources, developing a unique voice, clear structure and style, and editing and polishing drafts. With annotated extracts of real student academic writing, it is suitable for students of all disciplines.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 10 March 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This comprehensive guide serves as a vital tool for students to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for successful academic writing. It distinguishes between fact and fiction, guiding students through the five essential elements of academic writing: critical writing, source usage, developing one's unique voice, maintaining a clear structure and style, and editing and polishing drafts. Each chapter includes annotated excerpts of real students' academic writing from various subject areas, providing valuable insights and examples. The third edition of this text has undergone extensive revision, incorporating three new sections on originality, argument, and synthesizing sources. Whether students are transitioning to university-level study or pursuing academic studies in English across various disciplines, Writing for University remains an indispensable resource and a valuable reference point. Its user-friendly approach and comprehensive coverage make it suitable for students of all backgrounds and levels of academic proficiency.

Weight: 98g
Dimension: 108 x 137 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350933675
Edition number: 3 ed