The ABEL Blog pages can help you to master Academic Writing

People who are involved with universities and other places of education have to do a lot of writing. While it is true that the style of writing may be changing in many ways, to write well in academic settings is difficult — no matter what your first language is!

There are many things to consider when writing, including what formal language to use, the amount of “jargon” to include, and being aware of all the specific academic writing conventions that have been established in your field!

Many people try to get help from professors and lecturers, writing centres, and friends or family. However, with the time pressures everyone faces, finding a suitable time that works for both of you can make this difficult. So many people who need help with Academic Writing turn to online resources, but there are so many posts about Academic writing online, how do you know what is current advice (there's a lot of old posts out there!), what is correct (anyone can write a blog post online—what are their credentials?), and what is specific to your needs?

But there is no need to panic or waste time searching through old and irrelevant posts! ABEL’s Academic Writing experts have produced a range of blog posts that target specific problems people face when writing for assessment or publication. Use the links below to find the post most important to you and use the simple-to-remember advice to improve your writing and see your marks or acceptance rate improve!

There may be a lot to remember when writing to complete university-level requirements or for submission to a journal, and the only real way to become a better writer is through practice, never giving up, and receiving feedback on your writing.

These steps will improve your academic writing skills over time, and ABEL is here to support you in your journey to become a competent writer who needs little extra-support. You will eventually be able to revise and edit your own drafts because you will have the necessary understanding, know-how, and skills to do that. But in the meantime, if you need support, use the following valuable advice pages. You may also consider receiving individualised support during the writing process by finding an expert Consultant to bounce ideas off, ask questions, and receive formative feedback. 

In short, ABEL can help you to fluently express complex ideas using succinct language, a clear structure, and succinct language. We know that developing understanding of specific grammar points, sentence structure, and rhetorical conventions is difficult, but we can help you to overcome these barriers. We can also help you to understand academic conventions, including use of specific words and phrases, citation styles, and formatting rules. Working with ABEL will build your confidence and ability of self-expression to express your thoughts and ideas confidently. 

The are many common issues for all academic writers from any background, so don't be afraid to find out more below or contact ABEL to find a great Consultant who will guide you through any part of the writing process. 

The links below take you straight to easy-to-follow ABEL guides to help you master Academic Writing. You can read them in order (there is a link to follow at the end of each page), or jump straight to the one that you need help with:

What is an Abstract?

Editing Your Own Work

Mastering Transitions for Improved Clarity and Better Grades

Social Science Essays

ABEL's Top 4 Tips to Understand How to Write a Great Essay