Articles on academic writing

9 articles

Dissertation vs Thesis: What's the Difference?

Dissertation vs thesis: understand the real differences in the US, UK, and Europe, from degree level to length and scope, so you always use the right term.

17 July 2026 · 6 min read

How to Write an Abstract for a Thesis or Paper

Learn how to write an abstract step by step: the four-part structure, word count norms, keyword tips, and a fill-in example you can adapt for any thesis.

17 July 2026 · 6 min read

Theoretical Framework: What It Is and How to Build One

Learn what a theoretical framework is, how it differs from a conceptual framework, and a step-by-step method to choose, build, and present one in your thesis.

17 July 2026 · 6 min read

Citation Styles Explained: APA vs MLA vs IEEE

Citation styles explained: when to use APA, MLA, or IEEE, with in-text and reference examples plus tips to avoid losing easy marks on your thesis.

16 July 2026 · 5 min read

How to Avoid Plagiarism: A Practical Guide

Learn how to avoid plagiarism with practical rules for paraphrasing, quoting, citing, and self-plagiarism, so your research stays honest and properly credited.

16 July 2026 · 6 min read

How to Structure a Research Paper (IMRaD)

Learn how to structure a research paper using the IMRaD format, from abstract to conclusion, with what belongs in every section and common ordering mistakes.

16 July 2026 · 6 min read

How to Write a Literature Review (Step by Step)

Learn how to write a literature review: find sources, synthesize instead of summarize, structure by theme, and avoid the most common mistakes.

16 July 2026 · 6 min read

How to Write a Thesis Statement (With Examples)

Learn how to write a thesis statement with clear before-and-after examples, plus a simple formula for turning a broad topic into one arguable sentence.

16 July 2026 · 6 min read

How to Write a Thesis: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to write a thesis step by step, from picking a topic and research question to the literature review, drafting, revising, and citing sources.

16 July 2026 · 8 min read