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This page includes guides to some of the different types of writing you may be asked to do at university.

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Assignment Types

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Annotated Bibliography

An annotated bibliography gives an account of the research that has been done on a given topic, and, like any bibliography, is an alphabetical list of research sources.
- Writing an annotated bibliography
- Annotated Bibliography
Essay
- Analytical Essay: The analytical essay goes beyond simple summary and description, demanding that you examine information and evaluate it.
  Writing an analytical essay
- Research Essay: Key to writing an effective research paper is gathering sources that comprehensively address an appropriately focused topic, and synthesizing the information to present a strong argument supporting a clear thesis.
  Writing Research Essays
Lab Report

There are types of writing in the sciences that are particularly to these disciplines
- Writing Lab Reports
- Self-evaluation Checklist for Scientific Reports
Literature Review

A literature review is a survey of everything that has been written about a particular topic, theory, or research question which analyzes and synthesizes information about key themes or issues.
- Writing a Literature Review
- A Literature Review is More than a Summary
Reflection Paper

The reflection paper is an assignment that invites you to draw on your own experience, which might take the form of a short paper on course readings, a journal, reaction paper, or a response to a service placement opportunity.
- Reflection Paper
Reports

Reports are used to present an in-depth study of a particular problem or issue so that important decisions can be made.
- The Report

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Write in the Disciplines

Exam Writing

Exam writing can be regarded as a challenge to yourself to see how well you can demonstrate your knowledge of the course material. It is important to be well prepared, to be well rested, to be healthy mentally and physically, and to have confidence in your academic ability.

Other Types of Writing

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Email your Professor

E-mail at university is more formal than some other contexts. Watch the video below to learn more.
- How to write emails that won't upset your professors
Personal Essay

Interested in applying to graduate school? You will need to complete a graduate school application(s).
- Writing a Personal Essay for Graduate and Professional Schools

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