If you’re doing a university degree, chances are you’ll have to do some academic writing. Whether it’s an essay, a report, a reflective journal, an exam, or a dissertation, every degree will include written assessment at some point.
Academic writing can feel stressful because it seems so different than the writing we do in our day-to-day lives. The truth is, though, that with a little practice, everyone can get better at communicating their ideas through writing.
Essay Bites
If you’re new to academic writing, we recommend you start with our Essay Bites resource, which works through the basics of the writing process.
Going Further
Got a question that isn’t answered in Essay Bites? Never fear! We’ve got resources covering all aspects of academic writing, from critical analysis to structure to referencing.
Search our resources using the links below, or the drop-down menu at the top of the page.
Critical Analysis
What is Being Critical?
The TEA Structure
Research and Referencing
Using Sources
Research
Integrating Sources
Referencing
Using CiteThemRight
Planning and Structure
Planning Your Essay
Structure
Paragraph Structure
Reflective Writing
What is Reflective Writing?
Critical Reflection
Report Writing
Reports vs. Essays
Report Writing Style