Handbook of academic writing

Academic writing is a fundamental and essential competence that you will need on your journey towards a successful completion of your studies. You will need this skill during the courses of your studies from your first presentation to your final Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis. If you want to compose top quality academic papers, which go along with your academic success, your papers need to meet certain criteria. These criteria can only be met if you master the techniques of academic writing. This handbook provides you with a sound introduction into academic methods and techniques for your studies at Hochschule Fresenius – University of Applied Sciences. Central issues and topics dealt with in this book include an appropriate and goal-oriented literature research, the use of digital applications in empirical research, and an accurate referencing technique. Moreover, you will learn about important skills that are necessary for your eventual career, such as a proper time management or the presentation of the results of your own studies. We hope this handbook will guide you on your way towards a successfully completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree!