Research generally incorporates both primary and secondary sources. It is important for students to recognise the difference between a primary and a secondary source and to understand how to use these two types of sources appropriately. A primary source is an original document or physical object that was written or created: • at the time the situation … Read more
Topic choice is fundamental to the success of your thesis. It not only foreshadows what you will be living with for months (years!) but can also play a part in determining your success in academia and, in many cases, employment opportunities. A well-chosen topic that is clear and focused helps in planning and outlining the thesis. To … Read more
It is often difficult for people writing in Australian English to hold to the conventions of Australian English, due largely to our regular exposure to American English in academic writing. In this week’s blog, we will review some important differences between Australian and American English writing conventions. The aim is to alert you to some of the more … Read more
Research generally incorporates both primary and secondary sources. It is important for students to recognise the difference between a primary and a secondary source and understand how to use them appropriately. A primary source is a primary or original document or physical object that was written or created: • at the time the situation under … Read more
Your thesis topic not only foreshadows what you will be living with for months but also determines a great deal about your success in academia and in many cases, employment. Choosing a good thesis topic even more stressful for many of us is than the writing! A well-chosen topic that is clear and finely focused … Read more
Anyone enrolled in a university degree understands the challenges of academic reading. It can be a painstaking, time-consuming and stressful task. Unlike reading for pleasure, when we might spend days and nights sticking with the same book, reading for academic purposes can sometimes be boring and frustrating. Many people are put off by the academic style of … Read more