Writing academic English: being formal

Description

This session will explore when and why you need to be formal in your academic writing and how to do this. You will learn to identify the differences between formal and informal language and apply these features to academic work.

This workshop is a part of the Communication Skills for International Students programme. It is designed for international students and students who use English as an additional language.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this session, you will feel more confident about:

1. Identifying what makes academic writing formal.
2. Applying the features of formal writing to academic work.

Accessibility

Venue information:

• Accessible parking: Yes
• Step-free access: Yes
• Automatic doors: Yes
• Accessible toilets: Yes
• Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes
• Quiet spaces available: Yes

For full details check out our Library accessibility guide or contact us for specific queries.