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Academic Writing Course
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:45
Abstract
This course for MTEC MSc students focuses on developing students' English writing skills and their understanding of the disciplinary expectations for academic texts. The course is particularly designed to support students in the thesis writing process.
Objective
After the completion of the course, students are able to: - understand the concept of plagiarism and cite their sources accurately and appropriately, - use generative AI tools effectively and responsibly, - manage the writing process efficiently, - analyse model texts, - plan, draft, and revise academic texts, - provide peer review on others' writing, - write in a clear, precise, concise, and generally reader-friendly manner.
Content
Initial lecture: Writing at MSc level in D-MTEC, avoiding plagiarism, course overview Workshop 1: The writing process Workshop 2: Paragraph structure Workshop 3: Methods Workshop 4: Figures and tables Workshop 5: Literature review Workshop 6: Introduction Workshop 7: Results, Discussion, Conclusion Workshop 8: Abstract and Title
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handouts and self-study materials are available on Moodle.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise |
Academic Writing Course
Irregular lecture.
The initial lecture, including the placement test, is mandatory. It takes place on February 28, 2025 (compulsory).
The time of all lessons is 8.30-11.45.
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36 h semesterly |