Thinking and writing are at the heart of all academic activities
Academic writing requires you to be able to argue your point clearly and concisely. This is – of course – the case for essays and dissertations. However, all written assessments, from literature reviews to lab reports, also depend on you being able to present often complex information in a clear, logical way.
Being able to think and write clearly is not unique to academic writing: they are powerful skills that will take you far beyond your studies. This course has been developed to provide effective training in thinking and writing for academic work, and to develop skills which will be invaluable in professional life too. When you have completed Thinking & Writing, you will be able to write more clearly and logically – and to do so with much greater confidence and speed.
Thinking & Writing will teach you:
Skills to think and argue critically and effectively
in ways which demonstrate clarity of thinking.Skills to research efficiently and effectively
in ways which focus your energies only on what is needed.Skills to organize and structure an argument
in a logical and coherent manner.Skills to write in a clear academic style and register
and to edit and proofread for accuracy.
Thinking & Writing will help you write assignments that are clearer, more analytical and better structured. The written work you produce will be more concise, compelling and – where appropriate – more creative. You will also be able to complete assignments faster.