This workshop is for doctoral students who wish to develop confidence to write as an expert. The aim of this workshop is to explore how expertise is demonstrated in writing in ways that are convincing to the intended readership. By analysing how language shapes the writer’s position, students will be equipped to present their research persuasively and to highlight their contribution. The workshop is two hours long.

When and where:

Tuesday 4 November 2025 10.00-12.00 Edward Boyle Library level 13 Research Meeting room 2

Tuesday 2 December 2025 10.00-12.00 Edward Boyle Library level 13 Research Meeting room 1

Book your place

• Visit the Voice and authoritativeness booking page.
• Select the date at time that you would like to attend.
• Enter your name and email address and let us know what discipline or School you’re in (e.g. ‘Design’ or ‘interdisciplinary – biology and engineering’; please do not use abbreviations).