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Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)

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.

Writing a Thesis with Publications: Getting Started (Academic Language and Learning)

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 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

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 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.  

Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (HDR) (Academic Language and Learning)

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 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.

Writing a Research Article (Academic Language and Learning)

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 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.

Vocabulary for Writing About Data (Academic Language and Learning)

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 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.

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 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.

Integrating Literature and Authorial Voice (Academic Language and Learning)

Thursday, November 9, 2023

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Integrating Literature and Authorial Voice (Academic Language and Learning)

Friday, November 17, 2023

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Preparing for Conference Presentations

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.

Friday, November 24, 2023

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Doctoral Writing Group

The doctoral writing group is a forum to offer support to HDR students in the process of submitting a journal article for publication. Participants will review and offer feedback to each other and receive guidance to improve the quality of their writing.

Get it Done: Meet your HDR writing goals

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Get it Done: Meet your HDR writing goals

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.

Lectures and How to Use Them (Academic Language and Learning)

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Lectures and How to Use Them (Academic Language and Learning)

Get the most out of your units of study with this workshop. Lectures are vitally important to your academic success and deep understanding of content in your units. In this workshop, we will guide you on how to make lectures work for you. You will learn the importance of asking questions, and methods on how to grasp complex content.

Planning for Success (Academic Language and Learning)

Friday, March 1, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Planning for Success (Academic Language and Learning)

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.

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Quick Chats

Writing a Research Proposal (Academic Language and Learning)

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Writing a Research Proposal (Academic Language and Learning)

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 (Academic Language and Learning)

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.   

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Preparing for Conference Presentations

This session will present some essential advice and tips for higher degree by research students preparing for upcoming conference presentations. Communicating scientific research in a confident and engaging way is an important skill to have in your toolbox as an emerging researcher. Come along and learn about tips and tricks to enhance your presentation skills. Target audience: Masters by research and doctoral students.

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (HDR Students) (Academic Language and Learning)

Thursday, June 20, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (HDR Students) (Academic Language and Learning)

Join this session to learn about ways to aid your research journey with innovative online resources. This workshop will take you through free and accessible tools that will help you streamline your academic experience, from gaining a clear grasp of your field to ways to manage your extensive bibliography efficiently. Discover the resources that help you excel in your candidature and beyond.

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Writing a Research Article (Academic Language and Learning)

Thursday, August 15, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Listening and Note Taking

Listening and note-taking are fundamental skills for studying at university. In these face-to-face, interactive sessions we explore principles and techniques you can apply to improve your in-class listening and to make useful notes that support your learning. We will investigate preparation, prediction, notetaking medium and formats, as well as processes for reviewing and following-up on what you’ve recorded. Effective approaches will be tried in the workshops; you can then practice in your lectures and tutorials during the first weeks of semester. Join all three sessions to troubleshoot and refine your techniques, with an advisor helping you to develop your own successful style.??

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)

Friday, August 16, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)

Join this session to learn about the websites, invaluable tips and concise courses that will help you take your writing to new levels. Learn about online resources available and discover the ones help you excel in your time at university and beyond.

Monday, August 19, 2024

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Planning an Essay

Build a robust structure for successful essays. Learn how to outline and plan an essay so that each point advances a clear thesis. Learn how to control focus using topic sentences and other techniques. Shape coherent and concise paragraphs for a persuasive argument. Learn how to approach your essay as an integrated singular piece of writing, evaluating appropriate pathways for making your case and maintaining a sustained argument that your reader can follow. This session includes tips on how to address counter-arguments and writing complex discussion without losing the essence of your argument.

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Reading Strategies

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. ??

Functional Grammar for Academic Writing I

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Functional Grammar for Academic Writing I

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 at bit.ly/GDT_LH Target group: Undergraduate students and masters by coursework students.

Thursday, August 22, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Functional Grammar for Academic Writing II

This session will enhance your knowledge and understanding of grammar, allowing you to expand your skills in crafting complex sentences, and making informed word and grammar choices. A strong understanding of grammar is an important tool for academic writing success. Be sure to take this short diagnostic quiz before signing up to ensure you are eligible for Functional Grammar for Academic Writing II.

Thursday, August 22, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Writing a Critical Review

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.

Friday, August 23, 2024

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Quoting, Summarising, Paraphrasing

Learn important skills for avoiding 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.

Monday, August 26, 2024

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Writing Reflective Assignments

Build your confidence in writing reflective assignments in this session. Explore various forms of reflection and learn to understand the assignments which require reflective writing. Gain some skills and knowledge about effective reflective thinking and reflective language. This workshop will guide you through how to structure your reflective assignment, discussing key features of assignments of this nature.

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Essay Writing

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 the academic language and write a clear, concise, and approachable essay.

Thursday, August 29, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Getting Started with Assignments

Time Management and Goal Setting (Undergraduate and Postgraduate by Coursework Students)

Friday, August 30, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Time Management and Goal Setting (Undergraduate and Postgraduate by Coursework Students)

Time management and goal setting are important skills to have in your university toolbox. Learn how you can achieve academic success in less time with the tips and tricks presented in this workshop. Learn about ways to prioritise tasks, overcome pesky procrastination, and strike a better work-life balance. Take these skills all the way through your time at university and beyond.

Monday, September 2, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

How to Avoid Plagiarism

Learn how to avoid plagiarism and improve your research and synthesis skills with this workshop. Working out effective ways to organise sources, include relevant information in your writing and ensure your work maintains academic integrity can be difficult. This session aims to answer your greatest questions on plagiarism and using academic sources. Learn to seamlessly incorporate sources with diverse vocabulary and proper grammar.??

Monday, September 2, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Clearer Writing

Come along to this session about clearer writing. Refresh your understanding of the principles of clearer writing in this workshop. The session will go through the characteristics of a cohesive paragraph structure, and how to then create flow in the rest of the text. This session will also explore sentence structure in order to focus the reader’s attention.

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Writing in an Academic Style

Learn about the expectations and key characteristics of writing in an academic style. Hear about the main features of academic writing such as formality, objectivity, and clarity. Using examples that highlight the main features, you will learn how you can apply them to your own writing.

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Managing your Sources with Zotero

Simplify your academic journey with our Zotero reference management workshop. Zotero, a free, open-source, reference management tool, will reduce the effort involved in organising and managing your bibliography. Whether you are a coursework student or a researcher, this workshop will help you set the foundations for organised, efficient, and stress-free referencing.

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Get It Write

Explore the foundations of successful academic writing over six sessions, including academic style, paragraph structure, language choice, sentence structure, coherence and cohesion and citations. Each session in this series will focus on a different element of academic writing. Get It Write is a great way to learn important skills to become a confident academic writer and learn about certain requirements that must be met across many facets of academic writing.

Monday, September 9, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Critical Writing

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.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Oral Presentation Skills

Gain confidence in delivering effective and captivating oral presentations. Gain helpful knowledge and skills to help you succeed in your presentation at university and beyond. In this workshop you will learn how to write and give a presentation with clear objectives and structure. You will explore effective strategies for handling tough questions and master techniques to give seamless presentations and take your communication skills to the next level.

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Acing Tutorial Discussions

In tutorials, the ability to articulate thoughts, share ideas and engage in thoughtful and lively discussion is essential to getting the most out of your classes. Whether you are looking to overcome hesitation, enhance your contributions or be more active, this workshop series will teach important skills so you can feel self-assured in the way you respond, and ask insightful questions of your peers and tutor.

Thursday, September 12, 2024

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Creating Logical Flow in your Writing

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.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Writing a Case Study

Learn the essential elements of a case study. This workshop will teach you how to link theory to evidence and to tailor your writing to your topic and your audience. Using examples from business and the health sciences, we aim to help you understand how a case study is written, and how the case, evidence and interpretations come together. Please bring an example of a report from your field or discipline.

Monday, September 23, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Writing Reports

Have you been asked to write a professional, business, engineering 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.

Monday, September 23, 2024

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

From Critical Reading to Critical Writing

In this interactive, two-part workshop series, you will learn how to critically assess an academic text through a series of engaging activities. You will learn how to identify the purpose of different sections of a journal article to make academic reading more approachable and sift through the article to find the most relevant information. You will also consider assignments that require critical thinking and critical writing and how to approach them.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)

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.

Integrating Literature and Authorial Voice

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Integrating Literature and Authorial Voice

Master effective communication of your voice in research writing in this session. Come along to learn tips and methods to convey your unique perspective through written engagement with the research literature and secondary sources. Hear from a Learning Success Advisor about strategies and techniques to articulate your position with clarity and impact, ensuring that your voice is heard in your scholarly work.

Thursday, September 26, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Improving Your Pronunciation

During your time at university and beyond, clear and articulate communication is important. Confidence in pronunciation is a crucial skill to have so you can focus on what you’re saying not how you’re saying it. In this workshop series, you will learn valuable insights and practical techniques from our Learning Success Advisors in a series of interactive activities, providing helpful strategies to help you speak with self-assurance.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Working with Your Supervisor

Get the most out of working with your supervisor with this tailored workshop. Receive valuable tips and advice from a Learning Success Advisor on the important roles and responsibilities within the student-supervisor dynamic. Learn skills to cultivate a productive and effective relationship with your supervisor, ensuring you receive the necessary support and guidance to make your HDR journey the best it can be. Leave this session equipped with the skills to thrive in your research endeavours.??Target students: HDR students (MPhil and PhD). ??

Writing a Thesis with Publications: Getting Started

Thursday, October 17, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Writing a Thesis with Publications: Getting Started

Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (HDR)

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (HDR)

Learn effective methods of editing and proofreading your thesis or articles for publication to the highest standards with this session. Hear about strategies that will help you refine your own work, from whole text to individual sentences, ensuring that it becomes easily accessible to your supervisor, reviewers and other readers. Explore new online resources for analysing readability and assisting with proofreading and have the opportunity for peer feedback (if you want it) by bringing a sample of your own work to practice on during the workshop.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Writing a Systematic Review

Refine your systematic review writing skills with this specialised workshop. This session is focussed on writing a systematic review. We will dive elements and format of each section. This session will teach aspects of the evaluative language and expression techniques essential to systematic review writing. You will leave this session with the skills to write a compelling and authoritative systematic review. This session does not focus on the carrying-out of a systematic review.

Monday, November 4, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Preparing for Exams

Boost your exam preparation with this tailored session. If you are navigating university-level exams for the first time or looking for new ways to study and prepare, come along to this session. We will offer effective, research-based strategies for optimal revision, as well as valuable tips for various exam formats. Learn how to prepare your mind and body and manage your time, and exam stress and anxiety in the lead up to the exam session.

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Get it Done: Meet your HDR writing goals

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

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Doctoral Writing Group

Elevate your path to publication with the Doctoral Writing Group. These sessions are exclusively for HDR students. This forum provides support and guidance as you prepare to submit journal articles. Collaborate with your peers to review and provide constructive feedback. Refine your writing and call on an experienced Learning Success Advisor when you need some advice.

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One-to-One Consultations (Academic Language)

Quick Chats

Speak and Connect

Proofreading with Writefull

Proofreading with Writefull

Using Evidence and Avoiding Plagiarism

Using Evidence and Avoiding Plagiarism

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (Undergraduate)

Writing Assignments Effectively

Writing Assignments Effectively

Time Management and Goal Setting (HDR)

Time Management and Goal Setting (HDR)

Overview of an Honours Thesis

Overview of an Honours Thesis

Managing the Honours Year

Managing the Honours Year

Writing a Thesis with Publications: Q&A (Academic Language and Learning)

Shut Up & Write

Shut Up & Write

Grammar Clinic for Editing and Proofreading

Grammar Clinic for Editing and Proofreading

Planning for Success

Lectures and How to Use Them

From Critical Reading to Critical Writing

Critical Writing

How to Avoid Plagiarism (Academic Language and Learning)

Reading Strategies

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (HDR Students)

Writing a Critical Review

Essay Writing (Academic Language and Learning)

Online Tools to Expand your Vocabulary

Online Tools to Expand your Vocabulary

Writing Reports

Managing your References with Zotero

Writing a Literature Review

Writing a Literature Review

Developing Oral Presentation Skills

Time Management and Goal Setting for Undergraduate Students

Writing a Systematic Review (Academic Language and Learning)

Writing a case study (Academic Language and Learning)

Writing Reflective Assignments

Getting Started with Assignments

Getting Started with Assignments

Working with Your Supervisor (Academic Language and Learning)

Planning an Essay

Kickstarting Your Candidature (Academic Language and Learning)

Kickstarting Your Candidature

Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)

Writing a Thesis with Publications: Getting Started (Academic Language and Learning)

Writing a Thesis with Publications: Getting Started (Academic Language and Learning)

Proofreading and Editing Your Own Work (HDR) (Academic Language and Learning)

Writing a Research Article (Academic Language and Learning)

Vocabulary for Writing About Data (Academic Language and Learning)

Vocabulary for Writing About Data

Integrating Literature and Authorial Voice (Academic Language and Learning)

Preparing for Conference Presentations

Doctoral Writing Group

Get it Done: Meet your HDR writing goals

Lectures and How to Use Them (Academic Language and Learning)

Planning for Success (Academic Language and Learning)

Quick Chats

Writing a Research Proposal (Academic Language and Learning)

Writing a Thesis with Publications: Q&A (Academic Language and Learning)

Preparing for Conference Presentations

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (HDR Students) (Academic Language and Learning)

Writing a Research Article (Academic Language and Learning)

Listening and Note Taking

Online Tools to Improve Your Writing (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework)

Planning an Essay

Reading Strategies

Functional Grammar for Academic Writing I

Functional Grammar for Academic Writing II

Writing a Critical Review

Quoting, Summarising, Paraphrasing

Writing Reflective Assignments

Essay Writing

Getting Started with Assignments

Time Management and Goal Setting (Undergraduate and Postgraduate by Coursework Students)

How to Avoid Plagiarism