Writing Skill Development
Effective writing skills are one of the key outcomes of graduate education. Well-developed writing skills pave the way for individuals to craft compelling grant proposals, publish articles in academic journals or books, communicate in work-related situations, and advocate for change. Writing improves with practice and critical reflection.
Effective writing poses challenges for many graduate students, but skills can be improved. Students are encouraged to explore options for enhancing their skills and confidence.
Websites
Brandon University’s writing professionals offer guidance on essay structure, citations, grammar, and specialized assignments like literature reviews and annotated bibliographies. Students do not require a completed draft to access services; they can seek advice at all stages of the writing process: from pre-writing (nothing written at all yet) to final checks.
Students can book appointments with Writing Skills faculty for one-on-one consultations. Access the appointment booking schedule by visiting the website linked below. In person and Zoom appointments are available.
Book an appointment:
https://www.brandonu.ca/academic-skills/writing-skills/
Writing skills also maintains a full suite of resources on its Moodle site:
Moodle home>Courses>Student Services>Writing Skills
Resources in other online locations: