Monthly Archives: February 2012

Transforming your essay from good to excellent – proofreading your work

Proofreading your essay is a great way to earn additional marks. Regardless of what level you are writing at, checking your work is essential and the best essays are those which have been proofread again and again! Follow these tips

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More essay writing tips

Did you read Jodie our student advisor’s last post on how to write an effective essay? Well here are some more tips from Jodie on writing your assignments to help you get an even better grade. Don’t miss this list

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Plagiarism checkers – do they help students cheat?

An ongoing debate in the academic world is whether plagiarism checkers like Viper help students cheat, or whether they help students avoid genuine accidental plagiarism.  What do you think? Have you ever used a plagiarism checker to help you cheat? Take

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A step by step guide on how to write an effective essay

Writing an essay can be tedious! Its sometimes impossible to know just where to start. Following these steps from our student advisor on how to write a good essay should help you think about everything you need to create an

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Plagiarism – what is it and how you can avoid it

Are you just starting out at uni? Or looking to score better on your next essay? Whatever stage you’re at, you’ll benefit from this article on plagiarism from our student advisor. Plagiarism can lose you marks or worse, get you

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10 things to avoid in your essay…

Got an essay due? Aiming for high marks? Don’t miss this article in which our student advisor walks you through the 10 things you MUST NOT DO if you’re looking for a good grade.  All of them will lose you

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Last minute revision tips – dealing with the nerves!

Although you may not have long to go before the exam, last minute revision can make a significant difference to your grade. Try to prioritise – what are the key things you need to know? Is there anything you’re struggling

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