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How to Write Scientific Texts
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:07:59
Abstract
The four hour lecture covers the basics of writing and presenting of scientific work. The focus is on the structure and the main elements of a scientific text rather than the language. Citation rules, good practice of scientific writing and an overview on software tools are part of the training.
Objective
- Knowledge on structure and content of scientific texts and presentations - Stimulation of a discussion on how to write a scientific text versus an interesting novel - Discussion of the practice of proper citing and critical reflection on plagiarism
Content
* Topic 1: Structure of Scientific Texts (title, author list, abstract, state-of-the-art, "in this paper" paragraph, scientific part, summary, equations, figures) * Topic 2: Structure of Scientific Presentations * Topic 3: Citation Rules and Citation Software * Topic 4: Guidelines for Research Integrity The lecture will be given in two parts on two afternoons. Some exercises will be built into the lecture.
Resources
Literature
ETH "Citation Etiquette", see https://ethz.ch/students/en/studies/performance-assessments/plagiarism.html ETH "Guidelines for Research Integrity", see Link
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC , MSC , WBZ
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
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How to Write Scientific Texts
The block course will take place on the following dates:
28.04.2022; 16:00 - 18:00
05.05.2022; 16:00 - 18:00
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4 h semesterly |
Offered In
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Bachelor's Project (The Bachelor's Thesis is the final part of the bachelor's program and should therefore only be taken in the semester in which the bachelor's diploma is acquired. The minimum requirement for enrollment is the successful completion of: - basic examination (examination blocks A+B) and - subjects of the second year (examination blocks 1-3))
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