Success in Academic Writing

by Trevor Day

Overview

"This step-by-step concise guide takes students through the writing process, covering core aspects of academic writing, from understanding the task and researching the topic through to composing a draft, editing copy and responding to feedback. Chapters feature numerous practical self-study activities, top tips and opportunities for reflection, alongside examples of good writing from a range of disciplines. By engaging with the text, students of all levels and disciplines will develop confidence, technique and clarity, as well as transferable skills that are highly valued by employers"--

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781350352858
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	09/07/2023
Series:	Bloomsbury Study Skills
Edition description:	3rd ed.
Pages:	232
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.15(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Trevor Day was Director of Consultant Fellows for the Royal Literary Fund (2013–2021) leading a programme for professional writers who work in universities. Originally a marine biologist, Trevor Day's career has included being a field scientist, science lecturer, writer and educational consultant. Trevor holds a PhD in Education.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Third Edition
Acknowledgements
1. The Nature and Process of Academic Writing
2. Understanding the Nature of an Assignment
3. Tackling Assignments: Writing Essays and Reports
4. More Assignments: Presentations, Posters, Blogs and Dissertations
5. Researching an Assignment
6. Being a Purposeful Reader and Note-taker
7. Composing (Drafting)
8. Words and Images
9. Academic Integrity, including Citing and Referencing
10. Reviewing and Editing Your Work
11. Building on Success
Glossary
Further reading
Index

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

This is an outstanding text, full of brilliant advice, guidance and tips. It is the best guide to academic writing I have seen and I will be recommending this to my own students.– Professor Gerry Czerniawski, University of East London, UK

This accessible guide to successful academic writing, which takes readers through each stage of the writing process, will no doubt improve students’ skills and confidence. – Crystal Walker, University of Lincoln, UK

Editorial Reviews

If you only buy two books to use at university, make this one of them. Researching and writing well for different purposes is part of every career, and this book provides an easy-to-handle comprehensive guide you can use whenever you need it. I recommend this book to all my UK and international students.” —Dr Marion Löffler, Cardiff University, UK

“This is an outstanding text, full of brilliant advice, guidance and tips. It is the best guide to academic writing I have seen and I will be recommending this to my own students.” —Professor Gerry Czerniawski, University of East London

From the Publisher