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Write an academic paper

There are many different reasons why you will be writing a paper  - for assignment, dissertation, thesis, research paper and so on. There is a forest of books available - some even in the library - to help you to create the right structure, develop your writing skills and use the correct grammar.

 Complete our presentation Writing an Academic Paper for hints and tips on writing your academic paper.

young man in the library working on his paper

Learn more about:

  • Why you should write and publish
  • Identifying your audience
  • Targeting a journal
  • and more

It is aimed at students and early career NHS staff who are looking to publish their first paper.

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