Writing Your First Year Report (GSLS PhD Students) BeginnersUpdated
Description
Writing your first year report can be a daunting process, often compounded by not knowing:
- what it is for
- who is it for
- what should be in it
- how to write scientifically at the University of Cambridge
This session will clarify these points and provide an introduction in scientific writing.
Target audience
1st year PhD students in the Graduate School of Life Sciences
Objectives
- Understand the purpose and requirements
- Look at structure and content
- Learn about the writing process
- Practice some writing and reviewing
Aims
To help PhD students successfully write their 1st year report and make a smooth transition into the rest of their PhD.
Format
Lecture complemented with discussion and exercises
Duration
3.5 h
Frequency
Twice per year
Events available