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Essays and assignments
A report presents information and analysis in a clear, structured format, usually divided into labelled sections: title page, executive summary, introduction, findings, discussion, conclusion, recommendations, references and appendices. Unlike an essay, a report uses headings, is often written to inform a decision, and presents its key points up front. Reports are one of the most…
7 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Essays and assignments
Proper essay format usually means a readable font such as Arial or Times New Roman at 12 point, double or 1.5 line spacing, margins of around 2.5cm, page numbers, and consistent referencing in your required style. Always follow your university’s specific formatting guidelines first, since exact requirements vary by institution and style. Formatting will not…
6 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Dissertations
A research aim is the overall goal of your project, what you want to achieve. Objectives are the specific, measurable steps you will take to achieve the aim. Research questions are the precise questions your study will answer. The aim is broad, the objectives break it down, and the questions define exactly what you will…
5 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Essays and assignments
An explanatory essay explains a topic, process or idea clearly and objectively, using facts rather than arguing a position. To write one, choose a topic you can explain, research it, and present the information in a logical structure with an introduction, body and conclusion. The key is to inform and clarify, not to persuade. An…
4 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Essays and assignments
A rebuttal is the part of an argumentative essay where you address the opposing view and explain why your position still holds. You present the counter-argument fairly, then refute it with evidence and reasoning. Including a rebuttal makes your argument stronger, because it shows you have considered the issue fully rather than ignoring the other…
3 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Referencing
MHRA referencing is a footnote style used in the arts and humanities, especially English and modern languages. You place a superscript number in the text and give the full citation in a footnote at the bottom of the page, then list all sources in a bibliography at the end. It differs from author-date styles like…
2 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Essays and assignments
A 3-paragraph essay has an introduction, one body paragraph, and a conclusion. The introduction states your thesis, the single body paragraph makes and supports your main point, and the conclusion restates your position. It suits short assignments, exam answers and younger writers, and it teaches essay structure in its simplest form. The 3-paragraph essay is…
1 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Topic ideas
A strong biology research topic asks a clear question you can investigate with evidence or experiment. Good areas include genetics, cell biology, ecology, human biology, microbiology, evolution and biotechnology. The topic should be specific enough to research in depth. This guide gives 150 topics grouped by area, then shows how to choose one. Biology is…
30 Sep 2026 · 8 min read
Topic ideas
A strong astronomy research topic asks a clear question you can explore using existing data, observations and research. Good areas include the solar system, stars, galaxies, cosmology, exoplanets and space exploration. Since most student astronomy is literature or data-based, the topic should have good sources. This guide gives 150 topics grouped by area, then shows…
29 Sep 2026 · 8 min read
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