Writing & Publishing
This theme focuses on the skills and knowledge needed in sharing and disseminating your research at all stages, from the conception of your writing to the findings and conclusions. The practical elements of writing and opportunities to actually write are also covered.
Upcoming workshops
An Overview of Academic Publishing
Facilitator: Claire Pike
Date: 12th February 2026, 14:00-14:50
This session offers an overview of the current range of options for publishing academic work. Specific topics covered include: the journal environment and selecting a journal for your work; Open Access publication and Plan S; publication of monographs, including developments in OA options. Additionally, this session will consider publication formats for non-traditional publication. The publishing process is varied, and this session will adapt to the concerns of the participants.
This workshop will help participants consider the rapidly changing landscape of publishing, appreciate how to disseminate their research work. It will also expand their knowledge of Open Access considerations.
A1 – B3 – C2 – D2
Writing Literature Review
Facilitator: Dr Neil Raven
Date: TBC
Date: TBC
The writing of a literature review can seem a daunting prospect. This workshop aims to overcome such fears. The session begins by exploring the concept and purpose of the
literature review and where it fits into the PhD thesis. The key question of what makes a good review will also be addressed. Attention will then be given to the development of a research plan for undertaking a successful review. This will include a consideration of information sources and search strategies.
The second part of the workshop will explore approaches for effective note taking and referencing, with consideration also given to the critical analysis of secondary sources. The structuring of a literature review and the integration of material will also be examined. The workshop will conclude with a look at writing styles and strategies for overcoming the challenge of starting the writing process.
A1 – A3 – C2 – D2
Writing a Great Conference Abstract
Facilitator: Dr Neil Raven
Date: TBC
Whilst much academic writing, including the PhD itself, is associated with long pieces of work comprising many thousands of words, there is value in being able to complement this skill with more concise writing. This ability is required in preparing abstracts, providing a concise overview of a larger study. Whilst they often accompany articles, abstracts are increasingly used in the selection of conference and seminar papers. Consequently, there is much value in being able to master the skill of writing abstracts.
This workshop begins by identifying the characteristics that distinguish a conference abstract from one that would accompany an article, and the purposes it serves. It then considers the typical format and key components of a conference abstract, before exploring what makes a great abstract, and providing a range of tips for writing a successful conference abstract. In the final part of the workshop, focus will turn to supporting participants in planning and preparing their own abstract.
A1 – A3 – C2 – D2
Microsoft Word for Long Documents and Dissertations
Facilitator: Graham Freestone
Date: TBC
This workshop will teach you tips and tricks to make the most out of Word for your dissertation or other long document.
At the end of this workshop participants will know how to structure a document into sections (abstract, methods section, chapters, etc.); create and manage headers and footers, including page numbers; use footnotes or endnotes for referencing and create a bibliography; create and manage tables of contents and tables of figures; and use outline view to manage their documents.
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Really enjoyed everything about this (Writing a Literature Review), thank you!. I found the session to be very informative, relevant, and it was helpful and engaging to get involved with