Writing an abstract

Duration 1 h 26 m 15 s

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Writing an abstract

About Course

Learn how to write an abstract. 

We know how busy you can be trying to juggle your work-studies-life. Therefore we have designed this training to help you to write your abstract in an afternoon. 

About this training

This training deals specifically with how to write an abstract. Succeeding in further studies, be it certificate, diploma or postgraduate level, requires students to write abstracts to effectively summarise their work. Submitting an abstract along with your thesis or research article requires the ability to effectively summarise your work and highlight the importance of the research project.  Whether you wish to save time, learn a new skill or just want to improve the quality of your academic work, you will benefit from this training that teaches you how to write an abstract. 

Outline of the content 

This training is designed to help you plan and write your abstract. This tutorial demystifies the abstract, guiding you step-by-step through crafting a concise and informative summary of your research paper, essay, or report. You will learn to: 

  • Capture the essence of your work in a single paragraph.
  • Structure your abstract effectively to highlight key points.
  • Write clear and concisely for maximum impact.
  • Engage your reader and entice them to explore further.

Who should register?

This training is ideal for students who need to improve their academic reading and writing skills. Whether you are just starting with your undergraduate degree or are enrolled for a PhD, if you need some help to improve your academic writing skills then this is for you. 

 

Course content

videoResearch4You1 m 4 s Start
videoWhat to expect?2 m Start
videoSteps to follow when writing an abstract6 m 11 s Start
videoActivity: Review the work of others40 m Start
videoDownload the steps here Start
videoActivity: Put Your Work in the Spotlight: Abstract Writing Challenge!35 m Start
videoThank you for joining us!2 m Start
Research4you

Research4you

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