Academic success is not just about attending lectures and sitting exams; it also involves producing high-quality assignments that demonstrate your understanding of the subject matter. This module aims to provide you with valuable insights into assignment expectations, required skills, and available resources, equipping you with the confidence and skills to produce high-quality academic work.
We understand that completing assignments can be a daunting task, especially when trying to balance academic demands with other commitments. However, we believe that producing high-quality assignments is a crucial aspect of your academic journey, as it demonstrates your understanding of the subject matter and allows you to showcase your critical thinking and analytical skills.
The completion of assignments requires a range of skills, including effective time management, critical thinking, research, and writing skills. This module aims to provide you with insights into the expectations of academic writing and equip you with the necessary skills to complete assignments confidently and produce high-quality academic work.
Throughout this module, you will have access to a range of resources, including academic support services, online research databases, and writing workshops. These resources are designed to help you develop your skills and provide you with the support needed to excel in your studies.
We hope that you find this module informative and valuable, and we look forward to supporting you on your academic journey. Let's get started!
- Overview and Aims
- Preparation is key
- A scaffolded approach to assignment writing
- Breaking down and understanding your assignment
- Breaking down and understanding
- Applying the TAP Model to Assignment Questions
- Planning and Structuring
- Breaking down the word count
- Generating questions to support planning and structure
- Further academic skills used for assignment writing
- Reading and Research
- Keeping track of your sources and referencing
- Ready to Write
- Presenting your ideas
- Linking your ideas
- Critical Analysis
- Expanding your vocabulary
- Writing in third person
- Drafting and re drafting
- Editing, Proofreading and Referencing
- Conclusion