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Overview
On this An Intermediate Guide to Writing in English for University Study from the University of Reading by FutureLearn you will expand your academic writing skill set and learn how to produce a thorough and high standard extended essay.
Key facts
- You’ll get an introduction to research tools, analysing an essay question, developing your argument, searching for credible sources and referencing, as well as learning more about the fundamentals like planning an essay structure, proof-reading and avoiding plagiarism.
- You’ll have the opportunity to practise researching and writing your own paragraphs for an essay as well as giving and receiving feedback.
- Whether you’re a prospective undergraduate or postgraduate, or are currently undertaking university-level study, this course will give you the confidence you need to research, write and reference academic essays and extended writing projects.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
What is an academic essay?
Reading and notetaking
Paragraphs
Referencing
Planning your academic essay
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
- 3 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
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Language
English
IELTS 5.5
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Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Language Studies Literature View 74 other Short Courses in Language Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 5.5
Prepare for Your English Test
Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.
- Trusted by 300k learners
- 98 accuracy using real exam data
- 4.9/5 student rating
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is aimed at anyone interested in undertaking academic study in English, but it may be of particular interest to international students. You will require an IELTS English level of 5.5 and above.
- If you’re new to academic writing, you may like to take A Beginner’s Guide to Writing in English for University Study before this course.
- The course was originally designed and developed by a team led by Jonathan Smith, previously Director of Technology-enhanced Learning at ISLI.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents74 EUR / full≈ 74 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents74 EUR / full≈ 74 EUR / full
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