Academic Communication for Undergraduates

Self Development

A thorough introduction to discipline-specific writing and communication to support successful study.

NZ$707

inc GST

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This course starts anytime

(15 Credits)


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln

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Communication in academic culture

Recognise and comfortably communicate within the academic culture of your chosen academic subject areas.

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Critical analysis skills

Effectively analyse and critique academic texts.

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Writing techniques

Identify and apply appropriate techniques for planning, drafting, and revising academic texts for a range of purposes and audiences.

What You're Signing Up For

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to discipline-specific writing and academic communication, supporting undergraduate students to communicate effectively within their chosen academic subject areas. Students learn to analyse academic texts, plan and draft written work, conduct research, and synthesise ideas into well-supported written texts appropriate to their field of study.

Course Content

  • Introduction to academic culture and communication within disciplines
  • Critical analysis and critique of academic texts
  • Techniques for planning, drafting, and revising academic texts
  • Conducting and documenting academic research
  • Synthesising ideas from multiple sources into written texts