Find out what the most common command words mean. Be clear about the difference between define and discuss.
This handout gives examples of when to use and not use 'the'.
Find out when to use commas, full stops, semi-colons and colons.
Work out which tense you need to be using.
Find out the rules for when to use capital letters.
this handout give examples of linking words and phrases that you can use in your assignments. It also explains when and which linking words to use.
A list of formal words you can use to replace everyday words that are not suitable in academic writing.
Confused about which words to use? Is it advice or advise? Practice or practise? To, too, or two? This handout defines some of the commonly confused words and gives examples for you to follow.