These pages host resources related to the writing of assignments. These pages do not form part of a course in assignment writing. Here you will find style sheets and general notes regarding typographical, stylistic, and other conventions followed in academic writing in general and academic writing in your specific course.
Style sheets are prescriptions regarding the general layout, typography, and idiosyncrasies for publication under publishers. The North-West University has three style sheets and the school for Ancient Languages has one designed for working with ancient sources.
Much of the formatting generally used for academic writing goes without saying. Look at this document if you would like it said before you go.
Extended explanation of the style-sheet.
NWU: Gids vir die skryf van Referate / Guide for writing assignments
Some technical aspects of technical writing needs to be mastered. Though it might be best to consult a book written by an expert, this page offers some notes on various aspects.
How to quote directly and indirectly
What a footnote is