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How to Use the Word ‘However’

The word ‘however’ is used a lot in academic writing, particularly when introducing a contrast...

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Harvard Referencing: 4 Things You Need to Know

Maybe you’ve already used Harvard citations in an essay and think you know everything. Maybe...

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Word Choice: It’s vs. Its

Sometimes the little details make a big difference, such as with the brave little apostrophe...

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Spelling Tips: How to Use the Y-to-I Rule

In a world ruled by grammarians, all language would do as it is told. Sadly...

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APA Referencing – How to Cite a Journal Article

One of the most important skills in academic writing is referencing sources correctly, and APA...

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Word Choice: Disinterested vs. Uninterested

Look at the words ‘disinterested’ and ‘uninterested’. Pretty alike, yes? So they must mean the...

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How Redrafting Can Improve the Quality of Your Writing

Whether you’re working on an essay, a novel or even just a formal e-mail, the...

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Quoting Sources: Alternatives to ‘Said’

Quoting is an essential part of academic writing, allowing you to demonstrate the breadth of...

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Word Choice: Faze vs. Phase

In case any Star Trek fans were wondering, the word ‘phase’ doesn’t mean ‘to shoot...

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Harvard Referencing – How to Cite an Edited Book

Even when you know the basics of Harvard referencing, it’s easy to get confused by...

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5 Extracurricular Activities to Put on Your CV

When applying for a job or a place at university, having the right extracurricular activities...

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APA Referencing – How to Cite Conference Proceedings

Occasionally, academics from across the world will emerge from their ivory towers to gather and...

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