Ulysseus Academic Writing in EnglishLaajuus (2 cr)

Learning objectives

Upon successful completion of the course the students
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of areas of research literature within contexts related to a selected field of study
- apply and further develop ideas and concepts within a specific research context
- are able to critically assess knowledge, and integrate it accurately into own writing
- are able to write in accurate and correct academic style

Contents

The concept of knowledge
Research and academic style
Academic vocabulary
Reading and analysis of academic texts (academic journal articles)
Writing academic texts
Writing argumentative and analytical paragraphs
Writing abstracts

Starting level and linkage with other courses

For last year Master students and PhD students

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Online lectures
Group discussions
Peer assessment and feedback
Class activities and exercises
Individual task completion

Learning materials

In Ulysseus Moodle. All registered students will receive instructions for Ulysseus Moodle registration before the course starts.