How to...write a great assignment

1. Writing your Assignment

A QUICK GUIDE TO ACADEMIC WRITING

A formal and structured style of writing does not mean always using long words and complex sentences. It is a skill that will develop over your course. DO’S • Use neutral language. • Use words referring to evidence. • Use acronyms throughout, but you must write in full the first time of using i.e. National Health Service (NHS) • Demonstrate research, use supporting evidence and reference correctly. • Be aware of your punctuation and grammar. • Make sure you check your tenses and plurals throughout.

DON’TS • Don’t waffle, keep your sentences concise.

• Don’t use contractions unless necessary i.e. It’s, wasn’t, doesn’t. • Don’t use everyday words and common phrases i.e. OK, at the end of the day. • Don’t use text speech i.e. Proofread ur txt b4 you submit it. • Don’t use slang unless it is a direct quote. • Don’t use personal judgment words unless asked for in the question i.e. I think, I believe.

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