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Success at Master's Level

Success at Master's - Summary

In your writing at master’s level, tutors expect to see a wide range of skills and features encompassing criticality, complexity, applied thinking, and excellent writing.

We have highlighted the following aspects in this guide:

Developing criticality: Applied thinking: Addressing complexity: Academic language:
Evaluating evidence Application to the real world Exploring causes Academic voice
Identifying weaknesses Consider transferability Analysis of factors Helpful signposting
Acknowledging limitations Identifying implications Synthesis of evidence Cautious language
Developing the argument Recommending solutions Presenting complexity Authoritative language

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