Finding Turnitin in Canvas
Now that AUT has a shiny new learning management system (hi, Canvas!) we have a new home for Turnitin. As you may know, all theses and dissertations (except those presented […]
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Kick Off 2022 by Joining the Research Writing Group
Whatever your writing goals for 2022, it’s easier to meet them with a good support network. At AUT, we’re fortunate to have a student-led Research Writing Group where you can […]
Is a Writing Group Right for You?
Some people are focused thesis-writers: the type that love to grab a mug of something hot and burrow down for a day of productive, distraction-free writing. They successfully ignore their […]
Reminder: Applications Closing Soon for November Writers’ Retreat
This post was first published on 17 August as “Get your Applications in for our November Writers’ Retreat: It’ll be a real treat”. Republishing as you may not have had […]
Get Your Applications in for our November Writers’ Retreat: It’ll be a Real Treat
Setting aside dedicated time for writing can be hugely beneficial in terms of productivity and can give your momentum a boost as well if you are involved in a big […]
5 Ways NOT to Construct an Argument
Much of the skill of academic writing lies in constructing a strong argument. This means establishing, supporting, and defending a position. It means being persuasive. But the readers you have […]
Feedback on Academic Writing from Studiosity
Have you heard about Studiosity? Studiosity is a great service that is available to all students at AUT, including research students. Studiosity offers two areas of support: subject support, and […]
[Throwback Thursday] What’s the Deal with Turnitin?
This post first appeared on Thesislink in October 2018. It was updated with new information and instructions in June 2021. From May 2022, AUT students can now access Turnitin via […]
PG Workshops in June
As we drag ourselves into winter, Semester 1 comes to an end and many PG commitments (like undergraduate teaching & tutoring) wind down. This can be a great time to […]
New Academic Writing Videos Available
AUT Library’s Postgraduate Learning Advisors have created a range of new videos on how to write your discussion and literature review sections, how to position your research, and tools for […]
What to Expect when you Submit a Journal Article
Getting published as a research student can be a huge leg-up in your career. If you’re planning a future in academia, it’s one of the best ways to demonstrate your […]
Join our Group Writing Session
Got a ton of writing to do? In addition to the regular Monday morning Shut Up and Write! sessions, we’re holding a special one-off writing session this Thursday 15 April […]