English language

Tenses in academic writing

Key Information:

Date and time
Thu 28 March 2024
11:00 - 12:00
Location
4D24, Frenchay Campus Library, Further info
Contact
UWE Bristol Library Contact the Library
Cost
Free
Attendance
Booking required

English language study support

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Description

This workshop will help you to identify the three most common verb tenses in written academic English and give you the opportunity to practise using the tenses. 

This workshop is a part of the Communication Skills for International Students programme. It is designed for international students and students who use English as an additional language.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this session, you will feel more confident about:

  1. Identifying the three main tenses used in academic writing.
  2. Identifying when these tenses are used.
  3. Using these tenses in academic writing.

How to attend

If you are interested in attending this online event, please register via InfoHub.

You can access session materials beforehand from the Study Skills site. Please click on the workshop title in the list.

  • Cost: Free
  • Attendance: Booking required

Location

4D24
Frenchay Campus Library
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
UK

Frenchay Campus map

Accessibility

Venue information:

  • Accessible parking: Yes
  • Step-free access: Yes
  • Automatic doors: Yes
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes
  • Quiet spaces available: Yes

For full details check out our Library accessibility guide or contact us for specific queries.


This relates to:
UK Frenchay Campus Study skills Current students International

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