Medical Manuscripts specializes in providing courses
for PhD students and other researchers interested
in improving their English language and writing skills.
Courses held at the PANUM Institute
(Faculty of Health and Medical Science,
Copenhagen University
8 X 3 hours
We focus on style and structure, as well as provide insight into common errors of grammar and usage, spelling and punctuation, using examples from recent medical articles to pinpoint the problems encountered by non-native English speakers. The different sections of a manuscript and the underlying rules are discussed. In addition, participants present and evaluate their own writing in progress. Finally, we look at the editorial process: from electronic submission, peer review and revision, to successful publication.
Focuses on writing clearly, correctly, concisely and memorably for an international audience.
3 days
Successful researchers publish a lot. And to publish a lot, it’s important to write well. Writing well will increase your chances of publishing in high-impact journals as the quality of your writing is judged to reflect the quality of your research.
Although writing well is hard, especially for non-native English speakers, the good news is that it’s a skill that can be learned.
Participants build on knowledge acquired in previous courses.
1 day
Participants build on knowledge acquired in previous courses. They have the opportunity to further improve their writing skills and maximize the impact of their published research. Topics covered will include idiomatic phrases, verb tenses, the passive, prepositions, linking words and organizational signals, punctuation to clarify meaning, tightening up the language, and removing the dead wood.
AT THE PANUM INSTITUTE
Copenhagen University
Pick up valuable tips for submissions. Catch grammatical and stylistic errors. Improve readability. Learn how to write a memorable manuscript. Upgrade your digital writing skills. Our aim is to help you present your work in the best possible way to increase its chances of acceptance.
During the course, practical advice will be given on how to write clearly, correctly, concisely, and—not least—memorably for an international audience. Topics covered will include grammar and usage; spelling and punctuation; style and vocabulary; improving poorly constructed sentences; linking words and logical flow; and removing the dead wood.
The different parts of a manuscript and the underlying rules will be discussed. We will also discuss the editorial process, the importance of effective figures and tables, how to write a convincing cover letter, and how to write shorter texts for digital platforms.
Helping researchers
write better manuscripts
Medical Manuscripts specializes in providing courses for PhD students and other researchers interested in improving their English language and writing skills.
For further information on current courses or to arrange an in-house course please contact Christine Møller.
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