Academic & Scientific Writing (IMPRS UFAST skills course)

Abstract:

This course examines how to develop powerful focus in your writing – an infallible guide to developing the best structure, and effectively communicating your ideas to your target audience. We look at how to systematically improve the impact, clarity, and accuracy of your chosen words. You will receive a toolbox of methods including a range of easily-applied ‘quick tips’ that will improve how seriously your ideas are taken.
You will receive a clear process to follow when approaching an important piece of writing. How to start, develop and express your ideas plus a checklist of conceptual and practical filters to apply to your work to edit and improve your earlier drafts - shaping your writing from ‘good enough to ‘exactly fitted to its purpose’.

7^th April (15.30-17.00)

Part 2: Productivity
14^th April (15.30-17.00)

Part 3: The power of words
5^th May (15.30-17.00)

Part 4: Editing
19^th May (15.30-17.00)

Part 5: Editing
2^nd June (15.30-17.00)

Part 6: Consolidation Exercises
16^th June (15.30-17.00)

Part 7: Writing workshop & Conclusion
30^th June (15.30-17.00)

Poster (pdf)