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227-1101-00L BSC , MSC , WBZ D-HEST , D-MAVT , D-PHYS , D-ITET

How to Write Scientific Texts

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Ueli Koch
Strongly recommended prerequisite for Semester Projects, Bachelor's, and Master Theses at D-ITET (MSc BME, BSc/MSc EEIT, MSc EST and MSc QE).
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:07

Abstract

This course covers the basics of scientific texts and presenations with a particular focus on their structure. Students learn about formatting guidelines, citation rules and good scientific practice.

Objective

- You can write scientific texts using the correct structure - You can convincingly present scientific work - You can adhere to citation rules and scientific integrity

Content

The block course cover the following topics: - Structure of Scientific Texts - Structure of Scientific Presentations - Formatting/Style of Scientific Elements - Citation Rules and Scientific Integrity The course takes place in two parts on two afternoons.

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
The ungraded semester performance consists of an optional homework to train the learned skills.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
seminar How to Write Scientific Texts
30.04.2026: 14:15 - 16:00 07.05.2026: 14:15 - 16:00
  • 30.04 Date 14:15-16:00 (ETZ H 91)
  • 07.05 Date 14:15-16:00 (ETZ H 91)
4 h semesterly

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