Scriptoria's one-day course in Journal Article Writing is aimed at early-career scientists in academia and industry who want to improve the output and quality of their scientific publications. Our clients consistently report a boost in publication rate and better writing quality from staff at all career stages following our courses.
In this course we cover how to plan, develop and write high-quality manuscripts for publication, using real-life examples. We focus on the writing skills that you need to succeed as a researcher: writing concisely, writing precisely, improving style, and finding the right tone for your audience.
The course also teaches participants project management for manuscripts and the formal writing cycle (the process by which professional writers tackle a writing project), including how to edit and proofread your own work. Finally, we discuss several practical tips for using MS Word and reference manager software to make the writing process more efficient.
Scriptoria courses are highly interactive and engaging, combining exercises and discussion with presentations. All participants receive a comprehensive set of course notes to take home.
Venue
A venue in central Edinburgh will be announced a minimum of two weeks prior to the course start. Lunch and refreshments (tea, coffee, biscuits) are included in the course price.
About us
Established in 2001, Scriptoria specialises in sustainable development and science communications, and has been training top researchers across scientific disciplines for nearly 20 years. Our Training team offers tailored communications training – from writing journal articles to developing grant proposals, managing projects and communicating with non-specialists.
Scriptoria's trainers are experienced communications professionals and writers with scientific PhDs that have published and reviewed numerous research articles in top journals and bring both technical and editorial expertise to the subject of scientific writing. Our trainers also work as international scientific consultants and have extensive real-world knowledge in the subjects they teach. This in-depth scientific knowledge and practical experience are unique to Scriptoria courses and set us apart from other providers.
