Academic Writing Centre

The Graduate School provides a comprehensive research writing programme for PGRs and staff. We offer a range of workshops tailored to the specific demands of academic writing at each stage of the research process.

The Academic Writing Centre also provides opportunities for self-directed academic writing projects and one-to-one consultancy. Our GCU Power Hour of Writing, Power Hour Days of Writing and other facilitated writing sessions protect time, create space and foster community in a supportive and inclusive environment for independent research and writing.

Please get in touch with Dr Stephanie Zihms (Stephanie.Zihms@gcu.ac.uk), our Lecturer in Academic Writing to find out more about the Power Hour sessions and how to join the virtual Academic Writing Centre. We are still working on setting up one-to-one booking capabilities so please check back.

Throughout the year specialist workshops and additional events are delivered by the Academic Writing Centre. The topics cover: developing academic writing strategies, writing for publication, overcoming procrastination, editing your own work and many more. In addition, we are designing online resources, available to GCU staff and PGRs via the Academic Writing Centre SharePoint.

The Academic Writing Centre is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that respects diversity and promotes academic integrity. We strive to empower researcher to become independent and confident writers.