Writing in English
Scientific & Academic in English

​Duration: 3 x 3-hour Webinars
  • ​​Appropriate levels of formality
  • Tips for writing productivity
  • Nailing the problem of structure
  • Achieving a good ‘flow’ of ideas and expression
  • Achieving impact by careful word choice
  • Editing: Accuracy,​ clarity, brevity and style
  • Understanding the most common mistakes
N.B. Participants will work on a piece of their
​own writing as part of this workshop.

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​on all webinars in this topic area
Extra 'plug in' modules
Focus on the abstract
Duration: 1 x 3-hour Module
This module focusses on the skills needed for a powerful abstract: Precision, accuracy and brevity. We explore the ideal structure for an abstract and practice the arts of summary and précis. 
The Secret to an Effective Stucture

​Duration: 1 x 3-hour Module

​The end to problems of what to include and what to leave out. How to strike the right 'tone' and get your message across to those you most want to hear.
Associated Webinars
Completing your Dissertation 
  • Planning, focussing and prioritisation 
  • Productivity - getting it written.
  • Solutions to end-phase problems
  • Getting the best from your supervisor
  • Staying motivated
  • Developing clear goals for your PhD and beyond
Scientific Communication
Duration: 2 x 3-hour Webinars
A workshop that places the emphasis
on writing for a specific purpose:
Journal publications,
Grant applications,
Websites and Newsletters

Seminar Descriptions

Click here for detailed printable descriptions of
​all of our seminars (20+pages)​

For further details or to make a booking:
  • Extra 'Plug in' modules
  • Associated Webinars
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Focus on the abstract
Duration: 1 x 3-hour Module
This module focusses on the skills needed for a powerful abstract: Precision, accuracy and brevity. We explore the ideal structure for an abstract and practice the arts of summary and précis. 
The Secret to an Effective Stucture
​Duration: 1 x 3-hour Module

​The end to problems of what to include and what to leave out. How to strike the right 'tone' and get your message across to those you most want to hear.
Completing your Dissertation 
  • Planning, focussing and prioritisation 
  • Productivity - getting it written.
  • Solutions to end-phase problems
  • Getting the best from your supervisor
  • Staying motivated
  • Developing clear goals for your PhD and beyond
Scientific Communication
Duration: 2 x 3-hour Webinars
A workshop that places the emphasis
on writing for a specific purpose:
Journal publications,
Grant applications,
Websites and Newsletters