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Full-Week Academic Writing Retreat
Speaker(s): Dr Sandra Steyn
R 12000
Included lessons: 5
About live session
A Transformative Writing Experience for Researchers & Postgraduate Students
Struggling to find uninterrupted time to write? Our Week-Long Academic Writing Retreat offers a structured, distraction-free environment where PhD candidates, researchers, and academic professionals can make substantial progress on their dissertations, research papers, and journal articles.
With five full days of focused writing, expert coaching, and peer accountability, this retreat is designed to help you develop stronger academic writing skills, refine your arguments, and enhance the clarity and impact of your research.
What you'll learn
✅ Structured Writing Discipline
- Develop consistent writing habits through structured sessions.
- Overcome procrastination and sustain productivity beyond the retreat.
✅ Effective Thesis & Research Paper Structuring
- Organize your research logically and persuasively.
- Strengthen your introduction, argumentation, and conclusions.
✅ Clarity & Academic Writing Style
- Refine your writing for coherence, conciseness, and scholarly tone.
- Improve your sentence structure and readability.
✅ Editing & Proofreading Techniques
- Learn how to self-edit effectively for flow and clarity.
- Master citation and referencing best practices.
✅ One-on-One Coaching & Expert Feedback
- Personalized support from Dr. Sandra Steyn to refine your work.
- Tailored feedback on writing clarity, argument development, and structure.
✅ Publication & Submission Strategies
- Understand how to align your work with journal or dissertation requirements.
- Get tips on responding to reviewer comments and revising drafts.
✅ Peer Support & Motivation
- Work alongside other dedicated researchers in a motivating and supportive environment.
- Receive constructive peer feedback to strengthen your writing.
📢 Leave the retreat with tangible writing progress, enhanced skills, and a clear roadmap for completion! 🚀
Included lessons
Upcoming sessionSpeaker(s):
Dr Sandra Steyn
Dr. Sandra Steyn is a highly passionate individual who invests in people and empowers them to reach their fullest potential. She has a diverse background in law and psychology, possessing a BA in law, an honors degree in psychology, an MA in research psychology, and a PhD in psychology. Dr. Steyn has dedicated her journey to understanding human behavior and facilitating growth through research and consultancy. She has emerged as a leading figure in her field with expertise in transdisciplinary research, qualitative methodologies, and project management. Dr. Steyn's commitment to knowledge dissemination and skill enhancement is evident in her roles as a researcher, consultant, and founder of Research4You. At Research4You, Dr. Steyn leads initiatives that help postgraduates navigate the complexities of research processes. Through mentorship and guidance, she fosters the development of essential research skills, equipping future scholars with the tools they need to thrive in academia and beyond. Dr. Sandra Steyn's work is driven by a genuine desire to see others succeed, and her dedication to fostering growth and broadening horizons continues to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those she serves.
