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Grammar Myths (Infinitives and Conjunctions)

For some, pedantry is all about correcting people’s grammar. But we like to take things...

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Historical Terms: BC-AD or BCE-CE?

In 1995 BC, Pharaoh Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II of Egypt died. In AD 1995, on the...

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Vocabulary Tips: Alternatives to ‘But’ for Academic Writing

You’ll use some terms frequently in your written work. ‘But’ is one of these words:...

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Chicago Referencing – Citing a Conference Paper

Academic conferences are a great way to engage with cutting-edge research. But how should you...

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The Language of Love (Valentine’s Day Etymology)

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we hope you’re all writing loving notes to...

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Microsoft Word: 4 Tips on Using Find and Replace

The ‘Find’ and ‘Replace’ functions in Microsoft Word can be very handy when writing or...

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Grammar Tips: The Secrets of Parallelism

One aspect of writing that even native English speakers sometimes overlook is parallelism. This refers...

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APA Referencing – Citing a Website

With more and more research now done online, knowing how to cite a website is...

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6 Extracurricular Activities to Put on Your CV

When writing a CV, it isn’t just your academic achievements that matter. Your extracurricular activities...

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Feathered Friends (5 Phrases in English Inspired by Birds)

To coincide with this weekend’s Big Garden Birdwatch – an annual event organised by the...

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An Overview of Chicago Referencing (4 Key Facts)

Has your university asked you to use Chicago referencing? And have they completely failed to...

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Don’t Worry, Be Happy (5 Stress Tips for Students)

University offers many opportunities for fun, excitement and even learning. But being a student can...

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