Academic Writing for Doctoral Students (from B2)
This module is principally for doctoral students. Tasks will be based on topics selected by the participants.
Learning outcomes
- Write clear, well-structured, extended academic texts in an appropriate style (articles, reports, thesis abstracts, introductions, results, discussions, conclusions, etc.)
- Employ adequate argumentative techniques (describe a process, give a point of view, exemplify ideas, define terms, etc.)
- Apply the conventions, language and principles of academic writing in one's own field
- Know how to use references and citation without plagiarism
- Maintain a high level of grammatical accuracy
- Understand intercultural and/or interdisciplinary differences in academic writing
- Edit one's own and colleagues' texts, providing constructive feedback and improving them stylistically and grammatically
Practical information
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Required level |
B2/C1 |
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Structure of the module |
> Group |
2 periods |
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> Multimedia Centre (EMA)* |
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Timetable |
Fixed according to the availability of the participants |
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Fees |
Language Center courses are only for members of the UNIL community (with a few exceptions) |
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*When indicated, the multimedia space for independent learning (EMA) is an integrated part of the course. It can be “online registration” or “free access” (details)