English Focus on Writing 3 - Session 2 (Nonnative Postdoc, PhD and MPhil by Research Engineering ONLY)
Wed 1 May 2013
Description
Writing Stage- Structural Issues, Paragraph Organisation and Cohesion. We examine techniques for structuring and developing paragraphs and you will have an opportunity to refine your own paragraphs and obtain feedback from peers. We will draw widely on examples taken from research papers.
Target audience
- Non-Native PostDocs, PhD and Mphil by Research students from the Department of Engineering
- Further details regarding Engineering Language Unit's eligibility criteria are available
Prerequisites
- Participants must be Non-native speakers
Sessions
Number of sessions: 1
# | Date | Time | Venue | Trainer | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Wed 1 May 2013 11:00 - 13:00 | 11:00 - 13:00 | Department of Engineering, CLIC 1 | map | Dr D.M.A. Chappell |
Topics covered
- examine techniques for structuring and developing paragraphs
Aims
To:
- Assist students with aspects of structure, vocabulary and cohesion of texts
- help develop the ability to edit own texts
- develop an understanding of academic style and techniques for scientific writing
Format
Class work and individual study
Syllabus
Course syllabus for all 7 sessions is available
Duration
One session of two hours
Frequency
Termly
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