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Academic writing

How to write in an evidenced based formal style

Understanding key words: Things you need to know...

At University you will have the opportunity to develop your academic writing and problem solving skills by doing a range of different assignments.  The criteria for these will increase each year.

It is important that you understand the key words in all assignments and marking criteria. 

The resources below should help you to write at the appropriate skill level.

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