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Monday, March 13, 2023
Proofreading with Writefull
Writefull is an artificial intelligence proofreader that has...
Writefull is an artificial intelligence proofreader that has been approved by the University to help you improve your academic writing. It uses a database of millions of published research papers to offer you instant language feedback on your essay, report, paper or thesis. It also lets you explore how other authors use certain words and phrases, and suggests sentence structures suited to different writing purposes such as evaluating literature or discussing your findings. This workshop will guide you through all the functions of Writefull with a combination of instruction and practice activities.Target group: Undergraduate students and masters by coursework students. Bring: draft of current writing or submitted assignments.
Monday, March 13, 2023
Proofreading with Writefull
Writefull is an artificial intelligence proofreader that has...
Writefull is an artificial intelligence proofreader that has been approved by the University to help you improve your academic writing. It uses a database of millions of published research papers to offer you instant language feedback on your essay, report, paper or thesis. It also lets you explore how other authors use certain words and phrases, and suggests sentence structures suited to different writing purposes such as evaluating literature or discussing your findings. This workshop will guide you through all the functions of Writefull with a combination of instruction and practice activities.Target group: Undergraduate students and masters by coursework students. Bring: draft of current writing or submitted assignments.
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Multiple times
Using Evidence and Avoiding Plagiarism
Are you sometimes confused about what plagiarism is and isn’...
Are you sometimes confused about what plagiarism is and isn’t? Do you find it difficult to organise your sources to answer your assignment question? This workshop series will take you through the process of finding and selecting appropriate sources, analysing and synthesising your evidence for your writing purpose and using different vocabulary and grammatical structures to incorporate sources successfully into your writing. Target group: All students.
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Multiple times
Using Evidence and Avoiding Plagiarism
Are you sometimes confused about what plagiarism is and isn’...
Are you sometimes confused about what plagiarism is and isn’t? Do you find it difficult to organise your sources to answer your assignment question? This workshop series will take you through the process of finding and selecting appropriate sources, analysing and synthesising your evidence for your writing purpose and using different vocabulary and grammatical structures to incorporate sources successfully into your writing. Target group: All students.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (Undergraduate)
Discover where you can find help online to improve your acad...
Discover where you can find help online to improve your academic writing – websites, online tips, and short courses. Target group: Undergraduate students.
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Multiple times
Writing Assignments Effectively
Are you unsure of how to get started and make progress with ...
Are you unsure of how to get started and make progress with your written assignments? Do you find yourself rushing to complete assignments and getting less than satisfactory results? This series of three workshops will guide you through an effective process for completing high quality responses to your written assessment tasks. You will learn about and practice the key stages of writing, from analysing the questions to proofreading your final draft. Target Group: undergraduate and postgraduate by coursework; higher degree research students taking coursework for credit.
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Multiple times
Writing Assignments Effectively
Are you unsure of how to get started and make progress with ...
Are you unsure of how to get started and make progress with your written assignments? Do you find yourself rushing to complete assignments and getting less than satisfactory results? This series of three workshops will guide you through an effective process for completing high quality responses to your written assessment tasks. You will learn about and practice the key stages of writing, from analysing the questions to proofreading your final draft. Target Group: undergraduate and postgraduate by coursework; higher degree research students taking coursework for credit.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Time Management and Goal Setting (HDR)
Effective time management and goal setting can help you achi...
Effective time management and goal setting can help you achieve the desired academic success in a shorter amount of time. This workshop will provide you with different time management tools and techniques to plan your priorities, avoid procrastination and manage time for better work-life balance and productivity. Target audience: Masters by research and doctoral students.
Monday, April 24, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Overview of an Honours Thesis
Start your Honours journey with confidence. This session is ...
Start your Honours journey with confidence. This session is for new honours students. Join this session for essential guidance on thesis structure and the purpose of each section. Gain important knowledge and skills that you need to start your research. Put yourself on track for a successful academic year.
Monday, April 24, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Overview of an Honours Thesis
Are you getting started with your Honours thesis? This works...
Are you getting started with your Honours thesis? This workshop will help you understand the structure and purpose of each section of the thesis. Target group: Honours students in the first semester of their honours year. Bring: content page/thesis outline.
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Managing the Honours Year
This workshop examines strategies for setting goals, priorit...
This workshop examines strategies for setting goals, prioritising tasks and constructing a flexible time plan for the honours year. Target group: Honours students in the first semester of their honours year. Bring: timelines
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Managing the Honours Year
Come along to this session and learn some skills and techniq...
Come along to this session and learn some skills and techniques to succeed in your Honours year. Learn about strategies for goal setting, task prioritisation, and creating a timeline. Whether you’re just beginning or part way through your Honours year, this session is for you.
Thursday, May 4, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Writing a Thesis with Publications: Q&A (Academic Language and Learning)
If you have already started a thesis with publications but h...
If you have already started a thesis with publications but have questions about formatting or how to create ‘a unified whole’, this Q&A session is for you. To participate successfully, enrol in our Canvas site ‘Writing a Thesis with Publications’ at https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/enroll/C8LRA7. After watching the video, come to this 1hour session to discuss the issues you have encountered in writing a thesis with publications and find answers to your questions.
Friday, June 2, 2023
Multiple times
Shut Up & Write
Are you looking to get some work done on your thesis in the ...
Are you looking to get some work done on your thesis in the company of other students or with the support of a Learning Success Advisor? The online Shut Up & Write sessions involve you working on your thesis, with a Learning Success Advisor on hand to answer any of your burning questions on writing or editing a part of your thesis. You can even get writing feedback upon request. Target group: Honours, PG by Research and HDR students
Friday, June 2, 2023
Multiple times
Shut Up & Write
Join fellow students for a focussed and productive session, ...
Join fellow students for a focussed and productive session, dedicated to making progress on your thesis, no matter where you’re at with it. With a Learning Success Advisor available during the session, you will have guidance to tackle any writing or editing challenges.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Multiple times
Grammar Clinic for Editing and Proofreading
This series of workshops allows you to practice identifying ...
This series of workshops allows you to practice identifying and correcting common grammatical errors in students’ writing. Target group: Students with English as an Additional Language. Bring: Draft of current writing.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Multiple times
Grammar Clinic for Editing and Proofreading
Gain confidence and skills in grammar and refine your editin...
Gain confidence and skills in grammar and refine your editing and proofreading skills with our specialised workshop series. Designed for students with English as an Additional Language, these sessions provide hands-on practise identifying and correcting common grammatical errors in your writing. Bring an assignment or another piece of writing you’re working on, and a friendly Learning Success Advisor will guide you toward self-assurance in your grammar knowledge. Bring: Draft of current writing.
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Multiple times
Planning for Success
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Monday, August 14, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lectures and How to Use Them
Lectures are integral to making the most out of your univers...
Lectures are integral to making the most out of your university studies. They introduce the topics of study in your subjects and answer questions you may have about the content. This workshop will give you guidance on how to get the most out of your lectures.
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
From Critical Reading to Critical Writing
This workshop will provide you with sets of questions that r...
This workshop will provide you with sets of questions that require you to take a ‘critical’ stance to disciplinary knowledge. These will help you to challenge assumptions and ideas as well as extend your knowledge. It then aims to help you apply this critical stance to your reading and show your critical thinking in your writing. It is a detailed look at how to interact with knowledge and how to meet the university’s academic expectations of criticality and originality in your work. Target group: All students
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Critical Writing
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Monday, August 28, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
How to Avoid Plagiarism (Academic Language and Learning)
Are you sometimes confused about what plagiarism is and isn’...
Are you sometimes confused about what plagiarism is and isn’t? Do you find it difficult to organise your sources to answer your assignment question? This workshop series will take you through the process of finding and selecting appropriate sources, analysing and synthesising your evidence for your writing purpose and using different vocabulary and grammatical structures to incorporate sources successfully into your writing. Target group: All students.
Monday, September 4, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Reading Strategies
Are you sometimes overwhelmed by the volume and complexity o...
Are you sometimes overwhelmed by the volume and complexity of reading at university? Are you looking for help to read more effectively for assignments or research projects? This workshop will provide you with some strategies for making the best use of your time as an academic reader. You will learn about a range of strategies, including skimming, scanning, and blocking. You will practice refining your purpose and asking questions of what you read and explore principles of effective note-taking. Target group: All students. Please bring an example of reading in your discipline.
Monday, September 11, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Essay Writing (Academic Language and Learning)
Have you been asked to write an essay but are not sure how t...
Have you been asked to write an essay but are not sure how to go about that? In this workshop, you will learn: how to plan, structure, and write an essay so that each point advances a clear thesis or main argument.
Monday, September 11, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Writing a Critical Review
This workshop introduces the purpose of a critical review an...
This workshop introduces the purpose of a critical review and will help you to understand the different types of critical reviews. It will also help you to develop an effective structure for your critical review and select the correct language resources to make your critical review stand out. This is a detailed analysis of how to write a successful critical review. Target group: All students.
Monday, September 11, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (HDR Students)
Technology can make your life as a research student easier. ...
Technology can make your life as a research student easier. Come along to this session to learn about several free online tools that can help you get a visual overview of your academic field, discover the most relevant prior and derivative works, create the bibliography for your thesis, and get instant language feedback on your writing. Target audience: Masters by research and doctoral students.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Online Tools to Expand your Vocabulary
Among the challenges of academic writing is the need for lex...
Among the challenges of academic writing is the need for lexical variation: academic writers in English need a broad vocabulary, and you need to know how to put it to use. This can help your readers to understand important distinctions and it can also make for a more readable style. A number of key online tools can help you to independently build this aspect of your academic language use. In this session, we will introduce useful tools such as the Sketch Engine for Language Learning and the Corpus of Contemporary American English and show how to employ them.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Online Tools to Expand your Vocabulary
Among the challenges of academic writing is the need for lex...
Among the challenges of academic writing is the need for lexical variation: academic writers in English need a broad vocabulary, and you need to know how to put it to use. This can help your readers to understand important distinctions and it can also make for a more readable style. A number of key online tools can help you to independently build this aspect of your academic language use. In this session, we will introduce useful tools such as the Sketch Engine for Language Learning and the Corpus of Contemporary American English and show how to employ them.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Writing Reports
Have you been asked to write a professional, business or sci...
Have you been asked to write a professional, business or scientific report for an assignment or project? Are you unsure of how a report differs from an essay, or from the other types of academic writing you’ve already encountered? In this workshop, you will learn about the audience and purpose of reports. You will explore examples of professional and business or science reports to discover the structure and language resources appropriate to report writing. Target group: undergraduate and postgraduate by coursework. Please bring an example of a report from your field or discipline.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Managing your References with Zotero
This course focuses on learning to use Zotero to manage refe...
This course focuses on learning to use Zotero to manage references for your writing projects.
Friday, September 22, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Writing a Literature Review
Are you working on a literature review for your higher-degre...
Are you working on a literature review for your higher-degree research project? Do you want to know more about moving beyond the ‘annotated bibliography’? In this workshop, you will learn about strategies for structuring your review. You will explore possibilities for synthesising and evaluating the literature. You will examine language resources for evaluating reviewed materials to help you prepare a persuasive review.
Thursday, September 28, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Developing Oral Presentation Skills
Being able to give an engaging oral presentation is a valuab...
Being able to give an engaging oral presentation is a valuable skill to harness. These skills will be useful to you while at university, and in your professional life beyond university. This workshop provides skills on how to learn to prepare engaging presentations with clear objectives and structure, become familiar with various question-handling strategies, and apply techniques to keep your audience captivated. Target group: Undergraduate students and masters by coursework students.
Thursday, October 5, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Time Management and Goal Setting for Undergraduate Students
Effective time management and goal setting can help you achi...
Effective time management and goal setting can help you achieve the desired academic success in a lesser amount of time. This workshop will provide you with different time management tools and techniques to plan your priorities, avoid procrastination and manage time for better work-life balance and productivity. Target group: Undergraduate students and masters by coursework students.
Friday, October 6, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Writing a Systematic Review (Academic Language and Learning)
This workshop focuses on the writing-up, NOT the carrying-ou...
This workshop focuses on the writing-up, NOT the carrying-out, of a systematic review, i.e., on the content elements of, and staging within, the various review sections, and on relevant expression issues, e.g., evaluative language.
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Multiple times
Writing a case study (Academic Language and Learning)
Have you been asked to write a professional, business or sci...
Have you been asked to write a professional, business or scientific report for an assignment or project? Are you unsure of how a report differs from an essay, or from the other types of academic writing you’ve already encountered? In this workshop, you will learn about the audience and purpose of reports. You will explore examples of professional and business or science reports to discover the structure and language resources appropriate to report writing. Target group: undergraduate and postgraduate by coursework. Please bring an example of a report from your field or discipline.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Writing Reflective Assignments
Many university assignments involve a reflective component. ...
Many university assignments involve a reflective component. This workshop will introduce you to different kinds of reflective writing, the types of assignments that call for reflective writing, different levels of reflection and key features of reflective language. Target group: Undergraduate students and masters by coursework students.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Getting Started with Assignments
Do you have to submit your first assignment but don’t know w...
Do you have to submit your first assignment but don’t know where to start? This workshop will help you understand the assignment question, identify relevant sources and manage them effectively. You will have the chance to work on your own assignment question to clarify doubts about how to approach it.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Getting Started with Assignments
Approach your assignments with confidence. This workshop wil...
Approach your assignments with confidence. This workshop will guide you through the processes of organising and tackling assignments. You will learn how to dissect assignment questions to extract the essential information, find relevant sources, and organise those sources effectively. You will have the opportunity to apply these skills and resources to an assignment you’re currently working on.
Friday, October 20, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Working with Your Supervisor (Academic Language and Learning)
This workshop aims to improve your understanding of the resp...
This workshop aims to improve your understanding of the respective roles and responsibilities that make up the supervisor relationship and provide suggestions on developing an effective working relationship with your supervisor to obtain the necessary support and guidance. Target audience: Masters by research and doctoral students.
Monday, October 23, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Planning an Essay
Have you been asked to write an essay but are not sure how t...
Have you been asked to write an essay but are not sure how to take a clear position in your writing? Would you like to know how you can use essay structure to develop an evaluation and overall argument? In this workshop, you will learn: how to outline and plan an essay so that each point advances a clear thesis or main argument and how to control focus using topic sentences and other key techniques for building persuasive coherence.
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kickstarting Your Candidature (Academic Language and Learning)
In these sessions you'll get practical guidance from experie...
In these sessions you'll get practical guidance from experienced advisors, an opportunity to ask the pressing questions, and the chance to connect with other HDR students also starting out. This orientation for new HDR students consists of three sessions. Session 1: Overview of a Thesis Session 2: Writing a Literature Review Session 3: Managing your Candidature
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kickstarting Your Candidature
Start on your HDR journey with confidence. This workshop com...
Start on your HDR journey with confidence. This workshop comprised of three sessions are for new HDR students. Come along to hear invaluable practical guidance from our experienced Learning Success Advisors. Ask your burning questions and connect with peers who are also beginning their HDR journeys. In three comprehensive sessions, you will gain insight into the thesis overview, master the art of writing a literature review, and discover effective strategies to manage your candidature. Session 1: Overview of a Thesis Session 2: Writing a Literature Review Session 3: Managing your Candidature
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Writing a Thesis with Publications: Getting Started (Academic Language and Learning)
If you’re at the beginning of your thesis with publications ...
If you’re at the beginning of your thesis with publications journey, come along to this session. You will learn about the thesis format and structure, and insights based on a recent study of successful theses. Gather tips and advice on creating cohesion between sections and writing a compelling discussion chapter.
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)
This workshop focuses on strategies for proof reading and ed...
This workshop focuses on strategies for proof reading and editing at section, paragraph and sentence level. It will help you to make your assignments more accessible for your lecturers and tutors. The workshop also introduces technological resources that you can use to analyse and evaluate your writing’s readability and sophistication. You should bring a sample of your own writing so that you can evaluate and improve it during the workshop. Target group: Undergraduate students and masters by coursework students. Bring: draft of current writing or submitted assignments.
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Writing a Thesis with Publications: Getting Started (Academic Language and Learning)
If you are not sure what a thesis with publications is or ho...
If you are not sure what a thesis with publications is or how to structure one, this workshop is for you. Based on a study of recent successful theses, this workshop will cover how to structure your thesis with publication, how to create cohesion amongst its sections and how to write a strong discussion chapter.
Friday, November 3, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (HDR) (Academic Language and Learning)
This workshop focuses on strategies for proof reading and ed...
This workshop focuses on strategies for proof reading and editing at section, paragraph and sentence level. It will help you to make your thesis more accessible for your supervisor and other readers. The workshop also introduces technological resources that you can use to analyse and evaluate your writing’s readability and sophistication. You should bring a sample of your own writing so that you can evaluate and improve it during the workshop.
Monday, November 6, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Writing a Research Article (Academic Language and Learning)
Are you a research student looking to publish your empirical...
Are you a research student looking to publish your empirical work? Are you unsure where to start writing up your findings for an expert audience in your field? In this workshop, you will investigate the structure, components and writing style of published articles. You will consider model examples and devise your own strategies for preparing publishable research writing. You will also have the opportunity to discuss and evaluate your own written work in progress.
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Vocabulary for Writing About Data
Learn some tips and tricks about harnessing the language of ...
Learn some tips and tricks about harnessing the language of data commentary. This session will give advice and guidance on discussing data effectively, expressing quantities and trends, and writing data commentary in a clear and concise manner. Hear some skills from a Learning Success Advisor to convey complex data with clarity and explain with confidence.
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Vocabulary for Writing About Data (Academic Language and Learning)
Do you have to describe graphs or tables, compare figures or...
Do you have to describe graphs or tables, compare figures or write data commentaries? This workshop will help you present data effectively, express quantities and trends, write data commentaries with the appropriate level of precision and certainty and discuss results.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Integrating Literature and Authorial Voice (Academic Language and Learning)
This session focuses on how to communicate your own position...
This session focuses on how to communicate your own position through your written engagement with research literature and secondary sources.
Friday, November 17, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Preparing for Conference Presentations
Presenting at a conference is a core part of scientific comm...
Presenting at a conference is a core part of scientific communication for research students. This workshop will help build your presentation skills and develop your confidence in communicating your research in an academic setting. Target audience: Masters by research and doctoral students.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Multiple times
Get it Done: Meet your HDR writing goals
In this session, you will learn to set up yourself for succe...
In this session, you will learn to set up yourself for success in writing. We will address time-management and procrastination and also how to break down the writing task to fit with your available time. You will also learn to identify the different aims and stages of the section you intend to write. To make the most of your writing time, you will learn to create effective and detailed outlines. Bring a sample of a similar thesis chapter/journal article you intend to write and your draft at any stage.
Friday, March 1, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Planning for Success
A 1-hour peer-led workshop which covers strategies and digit...
A 1-hour peer-led workshop which covers strategies and digital tools to plan and mange your academic commitments over the semester in order to avoid unnecessary stress. In this workshop you will look at ways to manage your time, leaving reasonable allowances for assessment submission and exam preparation across all your enrolled units. You will also be directed to invaluable self-help resources.
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Writing a Research Proposal
Join us for a session that focusses on the introductory stag...
Join us for a session that focusses on the introductory stage of research proposal writing. In this workshop emphasis is placed on articulating clear objectives and formulating precise research questions and hypotheses. Whether you are new to research or an experienced researcher, this session will help to refine your proposal-writing skills and set you on the path to success.
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Writing a Thesis with Publications: Q&A
If you have already started a thesis with publications but h...
If you have already started a thesis with publications but have questions about formatting or how to create ‘a unified whole’, this Q&A session is for you. To participate successfully, enrol in our Canvas site Writing a Thesis with Publications. After watching the video, come to this 1 hour session to discuss the issues you have encountered in writing a thesis with publications and find answers to your questions.
Thursday, August 22, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Writing a Critical Review
Learn how to write a concise and effective critical review i...
Learn how to write a concise and effective critical review in this workshop. This workshop is designed for students new to critical writing, and those looking to maximise their critical review skills. You will discuss critical reviews relevant to a unit of study you’re enrolled in and gain the tools to write a standout critical review, including the appropriate and relevant analytical frameworks. The workshop will also introduce you to language resources that may help you become a more confident and skilled critical and analytical writer.
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creating Logical Flow in your Writing
Join our workshop as we dive deep into precise and clear wri...
Join our workshop as we dive deep into precise and clear writing. You will learn to form well-structured paragraphs and connect ideas seamlessly within your text. Explore diverse vocabulary, and references to elevate your writing to the next level. If you want to enhance your thesis, this workshop is for you.
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)
Join this session to learn about websites, concise courses a...
Join this session to learn about websites, concise courses and invaluable tips that will help you take your writing to new levels. We will show you a range of valuable resources, so you can discover the ones that help you excel in your time at university and beyond.
Thursday, January 16, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Reading Strategies
Take control of your university reading demands. This worksh...
Take control of your university reading demands. This workshop will equip you with effective strategies to navigate and understand research articles. When the volume and complexity of readings increases, it important to have skills at your disposal to manage them. In this workshop, you will learn and practice reading for a purpose, skimming, scanning, blocking and note-taking. These skills will help you gain confidence in your assignments and research tasks.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)
Enhance your writing with this proofreading and editing work...
Enhance your writing with this proofreading and editing workshop. Explore how to improve the readability and flow of your writing. Examine important aspects of writing including text, sentence structure, language devices, vocabulary, and grammar choices. Use online tools to help you analyse and proofread your writing. Bring a sample of your writing to apply these tools and strategies in this hands-on, practical workshop.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Writing Reports
Join this session to learn conventions of report writing, re...
Join this session to learn conventions of report writing, regardless of the discipline. You will learn about the typical structure and language used for writing a report in order to meet academic expectations.
Friday, March 7, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Writing Critically
Most assignments ask you to write critically. Develop your s...
Most assignments ask you to write critically. Develop your skills in critical writing with our workshop. Whether you are new to critical writing or are seeking to expand your critical writing skills, this session is for you. Explore the various forms of critical writing and equip yourself with the techniques to create a solid and reliable structure. Learn how to select appropriate language resources that allow you to consolidate and grow your critical writing skills.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Writing Professional Reports for Business Students
Join this session to analyse and identify the main features ...
Join this session to analyse and identify the main features of a professional report. You will learn all about the writing style and structure of professional reports in order to write your own. This session will equip you with the skills needed to write quality professional reports.
Monday, March 24, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Quoting in the Humanities and Social Science
Learning how to quote, summarise and paraphrase sources is a...
Learning how to quote, summarise and paraphrase sources is an important skill for students in humanities degrees. This workshop will provide skill so you can ensure you avoid plagiarism through proper use of sources. You will learn how to acknowledge other people’s work in your writing by using effective and appropriate methods of quoting, summarising, and paraphrasing. You will leave this session with knowledge of the differences between quoting, summarising, and paraphrasing, as well as best methods of effective citation.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Write Here, Write Now!
Looking to finish your assignment before the semester break?...
Looking to finish your assignment before the semester break? This session gives you the opportunity to focus on your writing in a quiet and structured environment. A Learning Success Advisor will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about your writing or simply to provide a supportive space for you to think clearly and write effectively.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Writing a Lab Report
Join this session to analyse and identify the main features ...
Join this session to analyse and identify the main features of a lab report. You will learn all about the writing style and structure of a lab report in order to write your own assessment. This session will equip you with the skills you need to write high-quality lab reports. Bring your questions!
Monday, May 19, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Writing Scientific Reports
Join this session to analyse and identify the main features ...
Join this session to analyse and identify the main features of a scientific report. You will learn all about the writing style and structure of scientific reports in order to write your own. This session will equip you with the skills needed to write quality scientific reports.
Monday, August 4, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lectures and How to Use Them
Are you unsure about what to do during lectures? In this wor...
Are you unsure about what to do during lectures? In this workshop, you will learn what lectures are, why we use them, and how to use them effectively. You will also discover strategies to stay focused, participate meaningfully, and turn every lecture into a valuable learning experience.
Monday, August 11, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Essay Writing
If you are unsure where to start, come along to this worksho...
If you are unsure where to start, come along to this workshop to gain essential advice on writing and structuring essays. Learn to create essays in which every point contributes to a clear and compelling thesis or main argument. Learn how to use academic language and write a clear, concise, and approachable essay.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
How to Avoid Plagiarism
You know that you have to ‘use your own words’ when citing s...
You know that you have to ‘use your own words’ when citing sources, but do you know how to? This workshop will help you better understand what plagiarism is, why it matters and how to avoid it. You will learn what it means to quote, summarise and paraphrase appropriately.
Monday, August 18, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Listening and Note Taking
Do you struggle to listen and capture information in lecture...
Do you struggle to listen and capture information in lectures? In this series of two workshops, you will explore strategies that can help you develop more effective listening skills and improve your note taking and information management. You will leave with improved confidence in your ability to stay on top of your weekly lectures.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Using AI Effectively
Are you confused about how to use AI responsibly in your stu...
Are you confused about how to use AI responsibly in your studies? In this interactive workshop, you will learn practical strategies to use AI as a learning tool and an assignment helper, while maintaining academic integrity. You will leave with improved knowledge of how to harness generative AI tools effectively throughout your academic journey.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reading For Tutorials
Do you struggle to stay on top of your weekly readings? In t...
Do you struggle to stay on top of your weekly readings? In this workshop, you will learn how to approach your readings beyond making summaries. You will begin to see connections between readings, key topics and your lectures. These strategies will increase your confidence to actively participate in tutorials.
Thursday, August 21, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Functional Grammar for Academic Writing I
Can you tell a verb from an adjective? Can you identify the ...
Can you tell a verb from an adjective? Can you identify the subject of a sentence? This course covers four basic areas of English grammar (sentence structure, verb groups, verb tenses and noun groups). By the end of the course, you will have developed your knowledge and understanding of basic grammar so that you can analyse your own writing and use language more clearly and effectively. To know if you need to take this course or a more advanced one, take the short diagnostic test here.
Thursday, August 21, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Writing a Case Study
Are you new to case study writing? In this workshop, you wil...
Are you new to case study writing? In this workshop, you will explore different types of case studies, learn how to link theory and evidence and make relevant recommendations based on your interpretations. You will leave with a better understanding of the processes involved in reporting on a case study.
Monday, September 1, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Getting Started with Assignments
Approach your assignments with confidence. This workshop wil...
Approach your assignments with confidence. This workshop will guide you through the processes of organising and tackling assignments. You will learn how to dissect assignment questions to extract the essential information, find relevant sources, and organise those sources effectively. You will have the opportunity to apply these skills and resources to an assignment you’re currently working on.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Speaking Up in Tutorials
Do you avoid speaking in tutorial discussions? In this works...
Do you avoid speaking in tutorial discussions? In this workshop, you will explore strategies such as actively listening to other speakers, clearly structuring your spoken responses and incorporating language structures to signal your point of view. You will leave with increased confidence to share your ideas and ask questions in class.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Improving Your Pronunciation
Do you worry about your pronunciation when speaking in class...
Do you worry about your pronunciation when speaking in class? In this series of four interactive workshops, you will take part in activities designed to improve your use of word and sentence stress, pause, rhythm and intonation when speaking. By the end of this series, you will leave with practical strategies to help you become a more confident and effective communicator.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Get It Write
Are you new to university or want to refresh your knowledge ...
Are you new to university or want to refresh your knowledge of academic writing? In this series of five workshops, you will learn how academic texts are structured in different disciplines, how to organise your paragraphs, effectively integrate evidence and develop your own writing style. By the end of this series, you will leave with an understanding of the basics of academic writing.
Friday, September 5, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Summarising and Paraphrasing
Are you sometimes confused about how to incorporate evidence...
Are you sometimes confused about how to incorporate evidence in your writing? In this workshop, you will learn about the differences between quoting, summarising and paraphrasing and how to integrate evidence that matches the purpose of writing. You will leave with a better understanding of how to incorporate evidence and maintain coherence in your writing.
Thursday, September 11, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Functional Grammar for Academic Writing II
Do you worry about writing complex sentences? In this serie...
Do you worry about writing complex sentences? In this series of three workshops, you will learn that grammar is more than following rules about writing correctly. By the end of the series, you will be able to create meaning in your academic writing. To participate in this workshop, you need to have completed Functional Grammar 1 or have a sound knowledge of basic grammar concepts. To check, take the short diagnostic test.
Monday, September 15, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Writing in an Academic Style
What does it mean to write in an academic style? This works...
What does it mean to write in an academic style? This workshop is about the specific ways that academic situations and values shape our written communication. We consider the roles of technical vocabulary, abstract language and the personal in assignments, as well as the potential uses of automated writing. You will leave with a deeper understanding of what constitutes academic writing and how academic style can differ depending on the discipline and type of assignment.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Food & Focus
Do you need to focus your mind? In this weekly study session...
Do you need to focus your mind? In this weekly study session, you can bring your readings or work on assignments in a supportive environment. Our Learning Success Advisors will be on hand to answer questions, provide quick feedback and help you brainstorm ideas. Each study session will be catered with a light lunch.
Monday, September 22, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Overview of a Thesis
Starting out but not sure what’s required in your thesis? Th...
Starting out but not sure what’s required in your thesis? This workshop will clarify the different elements of a thesis, depending on your field and type of research. In particular, the workshop will focus on the structure of the introduction and discussion chapters and some of the language resources needed to develop clear and cohesive writing. You will leave with a better understanding of what your thesis should include as well as strategies to manage your writing goals.
Thursday, September 25, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creating Logical Flow in your Essays
Do you struggle to develop an argument in your essays? This ...
Do you struggle to develop an argument in your essays? This workshop will show you how to structure an argument and maintain it throughout your essay. You will leave with a better understanding of how to connect information within and between paragraphs.
Friday, September 26, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Time Management for Undergraduate and Postgraduate by Coursework Students
Are you worried about having multiple assignments to complet...
Are you worried about having multiple assignments to complete by the same date? In this workshop, you will use different time management tools and techniques to plan your priorities, avoid procrastination and manage your assignment load. You will leave with a better sense of what is available to help you stay on track with your studies.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Clearer Writing
Have you been told that your writing is difficult to underst...
Have you been told that your writing is difficult to understand? This workshop will show you how to organise information within a paragraph and at a sentence level. You will leave with a better understanding of how to write paragraphs that flow logically.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creating Powerful Presentation Slides
Do you want to design presentation slides that support and s...
Do you want to design presentation slides that support and strengthen your message? In this workshop, you will learn how to craft clear and compelling slides to enhance your delivery. We will discuss how to reduce cognitive load, structure your content effectively, and use text and images with purpose so that every slide you create reinforces your presentation goals.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reading For Assignments
Do you want to explore strategies to help you read more effe...
Do you want to explore strategies to help you read more effectively and efficiently for your assignments? In this workshop, you will learn how to select appropriate texts, manage multiple sources, use reading techniques to speed up your reading and notice connections between readings. You will leave with a better understanding of how to read effectively for assignments.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Preparing for Oral Presentations
Are you giving an oral presentation at university for the fi...
Are you giving an oral presentation at university for the first time or are you keen to improve your skills? In this workshop, you will learn about common types of university presentations, how they are structured, appropriate use of language and how to incorporate evidence. You will leave with a better understanding of how to confidently deliver a coherent presentation.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
From Critical Reading to Critical Writing
Are you confused about what it means to read and write criti...
Are you confused about what it means to read and write critically? In this series of two workshops, you will learn how to evaluate information you read in texts. You will leave with a better understanding or how the evidence you select can support or question key arguments and concepts that you present in your writing.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Getting Started: Writing a Thesis with Publications
Not sure what a thesis with publications actually is or how ...
Not sure what a thesis with publications actually is or how to structure one? Drawing on recent successful theses with publications, this workshop will focus on how to structure your text and create cohesion between the sections of your thesis, and how to write a strong discussion chapter. You will leave with a deeper understanding of what distinguishes a thesis with publications from other thesis types and practical strategies for creating a unified text that effectively integrates your published work and presents a coherent argument.
Thursday, October 16, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Interpreting Assignment Feedback
This workshop is designed to help you understand and effecti...
This workshop is designed to help you understand and effectively act on assignment feedback. We will discuss the importance of feedback and guide you in interpreting your markers’ comments. This will provide you with a step-by-step action plan for improvement. By applying the strategies shared, you can transform the feedback received into actions for improving future assignments.
Monday, October 20, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Writing Introductions, Conclusions and Abstracts
Need help writing the final sections of your thesis? This wo...
Need help writing the final sections of your thesis? This workshop will help you craft an effective abstract, an introductory chapter that justifies the need for your research, and a concluding chapter that will convince your examiners of your contribution to knowledge.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Preparing for Conference Presentations
Feeling nervous about presenting at a conference? Unclear ho...
Feeling nervous about presenting at a conference? Unclear how to present your research in a clear and impactful way? In this workshop, you will explore key considerations, presentation techniques and slide design principles for conference delivery. You will leave with improved confidence and understanding of how to deliver a coherent and engaging presentation at a conference.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
How to Succeed in Interactive Oral Assessments
Have you been asked to complete an interactive oral assessme...
Have you been asked to complete an interactive oral assessment as part of your program? This workshop will help you to better understand this assessment type and how to prepare effectively. We begin by distinguishing the form from other kinds of oral presentation, and then explore strategies for preparation, practice and how to approach the conversation itself.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Planning an Essay
Are you aware of all the processes involved in planning an a...
Are you aware of all the processes involved in planning an academic essay? In this workshop, you will learn how to analyse complex essay questions, develop a research strategy, take a position, and create an essay outline. You will leave with a better understanding of how to structure a coherent essay and advance your argument.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Kickstarting Your Candidature - Faculty of Medicine and Health
Start on your HDR journey with confidence. This workshop com...
Start on your HDR journey with confidence. This workshop comprised of three sessions are for new HDR students. Come along to hear invaluable practical guidance from our experienced Learning Success Advisors. Ask your burning questions and connect with peers who are also beginning their HDR journeys. In three comprehensive sessions, you will gain insight into the thesis overview, master the art of writing a literature review, and discover effective strategies to manage your candidature. Session 1: Overview of a Thesis Session 2: Writing a Literature Review Session 3: Managing your Candidature
Thursday, October 23, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Writing Reflective Assignments
Have you been asked to reflect on theory/practice but not su...
Have you been asked to reflect on theory/practice but not sure what that means? This workshop will explore the various forms of reflection and the types of assignments that require reflective writing. The workshop will guide you through the structure, key features and language resources of a reflective assignment. You will gain a better understanding of the skills used in reflective thinking and writing, plus the confidence to apply them.
Friday, October 24, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Referencing with Zotero
Does creating a reference list take you more than one click?...
Does creating a reference list take you more than one click? In this workshop, you will download a free, easy-to-use referencing management tool called Zotero. You will use it to store academic texts, insert citations in assignments and create a reference list. You will leave feeling more confident about staying on top of the referencing process.
Monday, October 27, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Time Management for Higher Degree by Research students
Do you struggle to manage the competing demands and goals of...
Do you struggle to manage the competing demands and goals of your research and life in general? This workshop will provide you with different time management tools and techniques to plan your priorities and avoid procrastination. You will leave feeling more equipped and confident to manage your time for better work-life balance and productivity.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Writing a Systematic Review
Have you conducted a systematic review and now need to write...
Have you conducted a systematic review and now need to write up your results? This workshop will cover what to include in each section of your review and how to organise the content, as well as the language strategies used to evaluate and critique other studies effectively. You will gain a clear understanding of how to structure your review and present integrated, critical evaluations of the relevant research.
Thursday, October 30, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Doctoral Writing Group
Find your path to dissertation and publication success with ...
Find your path to dissertation and publication success with the Doctoral Writing Group. Exclusively for HDR students, this forum provides support and guidance as you prepare to submit journal articles, meet thesis milestones, or pursue other goals specific to HDR progress. The group's focus will be decided by its participants: check ins for accountability, peer feedback on writing, resource sharing and time for focused work are all among the possibilities. Refine your writing and call on an experienced Learning Success Advisor when you need advice.
Monday, November 3, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Working with Your Supervisor
How can you get the most out of working with your supervisor...
How can you get the most out of working with your supervisors? In this workshop, you will learn about the respective roles and responsibilities that make up the supervisory relationship. You will discuss and challenge some of the expectations and assumptions of your supervisors and of yourself as the student. You will gain some practical strategies for developing an effective working relationship with your supervisors so that you can get the necessary support and guidance for your studies.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (HDR)
Need to revise your writing but don’t know where to start or...
Need to revise your writing but don’t know where to start or how to approach it? This workshop focuses on strategies for proofreading and editing at the text, paragraph and sentence levels. The workshop also introduces online tools that you can use to analyse and evaluate the readability and clarity of your writing. You will leave with tools to help make your thesis clearer and more accessible for your supervisors and other readers.
Thursday, November 6, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Preparing for Exams
Are you taking university exams for the first time or lookin...
Are you taking university exams for the first time or looking for new ways to study? In this workshop, you will create a study planner, review types of exam question and explore how to use AI as a study buddy. You will leave with a concrete plan of how to approach your exams.
Monday, November 10, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Tools to Improve Your Writing for HDR Students
Can technology make your life as a research student easier? ...
Can technology make your life as a research student easier? Come along to this session to find out how various free online tools can help you with your research project. In particular, you will leave with tools to help you manage your time; find and keep track of your sources; and edit and proofread your work. You will also learn how to use GenAI effectively and ethically.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Get it Done: Meet your HDR writing goals
Are you finding writing the most challenging part of your Ph...
Are you finding writing the most challenging part of your PhD? Get it done is a workshop program designed to help higher-degree research (HDR) students to meet their research and writing goals. We welcome students at any stage of candidature who are looking to develop their skills, receive feedback, and focus attention on upcoming deadlines in a supportive atmosphere. Suitable for all disciplines and fields of study: we will help you finish your chapters, articles and dissertations.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Writing a Literature Review
Are you working on a literature review for your HDR thesis? ...
Are you working on a literature review for your HDR thesis? Do you want to move beyond listing to integrating your literature? In this workshop, you will learn about the purpose and structure of a literature review. You will explore possibilities for organising and synthesising the literature and some of the language resources you can use to evaluate this literature. These strategies will equip you with the tools to prepare a persuasive literature review.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Writing a Research Article
Are you a research student looking to publish your empirical...
Are you a research student looking to publish your empirical work? Are you unsure where to start writing up your findings for an expert audience in your field? In this workshop, you will investigate the structure, components and writing style of published articles. You will consider model examples and devise your own strategies for preparing publishable research writing. You will also have the opportunity to discuss and evaluate your own written work in progress.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Integrating Literature and Authorial Voice
Not sure what it means to have a “voice” in research writing...
Not sure what it means to have a “voice” in research writing? This workshop will give you tips and strategies to display your writer’s voice clearly as you engage with the research literature in your field. You will leave with some of the key strategies and language features that you can use to communicate your critical position, differentiate your voice from those of other researchers and signal your awareness of the reader.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Writing a Thesis with Publications
Not sure what a thesis with publications actually is or how ...
Not sure what a thesis with publications actually is or how to structure one? Drawing on recent successful theses with publications, this workshop will focus on how to structure your text and create cohesion between the sections of your thesis, and how to write a strong discussion chapter. You will leave with a deeper understanding of what distinguishes a thesis with publications from other thesis types and practical strategies for creating a unified text that effectively integrates your published work and presents a coherent argument.
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