Academic Writing Centre – General Guidelines in Academic Writing, Referencing and Presentation

This book is designed specifically for students studying at the Technological University of the Shannon – Midlands Midwest, Ireland. It presents a step-by-step practical guide to academic writing, referencing and presentation, with clear explanations and structured approaches with examples that support the development of clear and concise writing.

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This interactive Pressbook will support students in developing confidence in their writing and enhance their understanding of academic integrity. This guide shares introductory concepts including structure, academic voice and referencing.

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O'Connor, M. (11/09/2026). Academic writing centre – general guidelines in academic writing, referencing and presentation. National Resource Hub (Ireland). Retrieved from: https://hub.teachingandlearning.ie/resource/academic-writing-centre-general-guidelines-in-academic-writing-referencing-and-presentation/ License: Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial (CC BY-NC).

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