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How to Write Scientific Texts
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:37:55
Abstract
This four-hour course covers the basics of writing and presenting scientific work. The focus lies on the structure and the main elements of a scientific text. Formatting guidelines, citation rules, good practice of scientific writing and hints to convince the audience are part of the course.
Objective
- You can write scientific texts using the correct structure - You can convincingly present scientific work - You can differentiate the scientific style from novels and news - You can adhere to citation rules and scientific integrity
Content
The block course cover the following topics: - Structure of Scientific Texts (title, author list, abstract, state-of-the-art, "in this paper" paragraph, scientific part, summary) - Structure of Scientific Presentations - Formatting/Style of Scientific Elements (figures, equations, tables) - Citation Rules and Scientific Integrity The lecture will be given in two parts on two afternoons. Some exercises will be built into the lecture.
Resources
Literature
Scientific Integrity, see https://ethz.ch/en/research/ethics-and-animal-welfare/research-integrity.html
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:
18.04.2024, 16:15-18:00
02.05.2024, 16:15-18:00
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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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Biomedical Engineering Master (Only courses offered under "GESS Science in Perspective" count in this category. See "Offered in" tab in course view. For more information, please refer to )
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