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• What is an argument in the academic context?
• What makes a strong argument?
• How to synthesise your sources effectively

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• Report types
• Reports vs essays
• Report structure and components
• Use of tables and figures Appendices

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• How to manage your readings
• How to read academic texts such as journal articles
• How to read efficiently and critically
• How to make notes while reading for assignments or exam revision

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• How to structure a presentation
• Effective use of visual aids
• Targeting your audience
• Use of body language and non-verbal communication

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• What is plagiarism and academic integrity?
• Strategies for avoiding plagiarism
• Resources for developing  academic writing skills

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• Essay structure
• Effective introductions, body paragraphs and conclusions
• Linking your ideas effectively
• The process of essay writing 

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• Common characteristics of academic writing
• Understanding lecturers’ expectations
• Formal versus informal language

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• Learn when and how to paraphrase, summarise and quote
• Learn how to use other people's words correctly
• Use reporting verbs effectively

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• What it means to think, read and write critically in an academic context
• The difference between descriptive and analytical writing
• Using your academic voice

• How to structure a presentation
• Effective use of visual aids
• Targeting your audience
• Use of body language and non-verbal communication