Document Writing Essentials

A Practical Course for Undergraduates and Postgraduates

Creating a clean, well-structured academic document doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re working on your first project report, an assignment, or a full-length thesis, Document Writing Essentials will guide you through the tools and techniques needed to write like a professional.

In this 4-week, hands-on course, students will learn how to build properly formatted documents from scratch, manage references manually and automatically, and confidently use Microsoft Word for academic and research writing.

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Who This Course Is For:

• Undergraduate students writing assignments, lab reports, or final-year projects

• Graduate students preparing coursework, research reports, or thesis chapters

• Anyone looking to improve their Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills for academic writing

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Course Structure (4 Weeks – 5 Lessons Per Week)

Week 1: Document Basics in Microsoft Word

• Understanding page setup and document templates

• Choosing the right fonts, sizes, and spacing for academic work

• Formatting headings, subheadings, and paragraphs

• Using bullet points, numbered lists, and indentation properly

• Saving, backing up, and organizing your documents

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Week 2: Formatting Like a Pro

• Applying and customizing Word styles

• Creating a dynamic Table of Contents

• Inserting page numbers, headers, and footers

• Using section breaks and page breaks effectively

• Formatting figures, tables, and captions

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Week 3: Referencing Techniques

• How to reference manually in APA and Harvard styles

• Inserting footnotes and endnotes

• Creating a bibliography or reference list by hand

• Common referencing mistakes and how to avoid them

• Understanding in-text citation vs. full references

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Week 4: Referencing Tools & Final Touches

• Introduction to referencing tools: Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote

• Installing and using citation managers in Word

• Managing multiple references and organizing your library

• Finalizing your document for submission

• Proofreading tips and checklist for polished presentation

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Master the Basics of Academic Document Writing

Join “Document Writing Essentials” and gain the confidence to produce clear, professional academic documents—from your first assignment to your final thesis.