Writing for Science Students: 39 (Bloomsbury Study Skills) - Softcover

Jennifer Boyle; Scott Ramsay

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1137571519 ISBN 13: 9781137571519

Publisher: Red Globe Press, 2017

Synopsis

Catering to the specific needs of science students, this award-winning guide will equip students of all scientific disciplines with the skills they need to communicate effectively in written assignments.

The book guides students through each of the key stages involved in producing a piece of scientific writing. It begins by developing students’ understanding of the different types of scientific writing, including lab reports, essays and abstracts. Students are then taken through the writing process, from the initial stages of interpreting the question and conducting research through to writing a draft and responding to feedback.

This is an essential resource for all science students who are required to produce lab reports, extended essays, dissertations and other written assignments as part of their course. It is also ideal for international students who are new to academic study in the UK.

Winner of the 2018 Academic Book Trade 'Book of the Year Award'.

About this title

About the Author

Jennifer Boyle is a Postgraduate Research Writing Adviser at the University of Glasgow, UK.; Scott Ramsay is an Effective Learning Advisor at the University of Glasgow, UK.

From the Back Cover

Writing for Science Students is a practical guide to the techniques you need for accurate, clear and effective writing. This book takes you through each stage of the process, from understanding the requirements of your assignment and planning your research, right through to reading, structuring your writing and editing. It will equip you with the key skills you need to complete all types of assignments, including essays, lab reports, posters and dissertations.

You'll learn how to:

- Analyse the question you've been set

- Find and critically evaluate sources of information

- Incorporate other people's work into your writing

- Communicate your ideas clearly

- Use feedback to improve your work

Enriched by helpful examples and activities throughout, Writing for Science Students is an ideal companion for science students of all levels.

Jennifer Boyle is the Writing Adviser for Postgraduate Researchers at the University of Glasgow, UK. She works with students from all disciplines in the development of academic writing skills.

Scott Ramsay is the Effective Learning Adviser for students in the College of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Life Sciences at the University of Glasgow, UK.

Edition details

• Publisher: Red Globe Press
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1137571519
• ISBN 13: 9781137571519
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 220