Structure

Any assignment - whether that is an academic essay, reflective essay, podcast, video, presentation or recorded PowerPoint - must have a clear structure. 

Begin with an introduction, which:

• is around 10% of the word count (or time)

• answers the question, by outlining the central line of argument

• outlines what is in the assignment

A main body, which:

• is split into sections, organised into paragraphs

• contains evidence that is analysed and referenced in support of the main line of argument

End with a conclusion, which:

• contains no new information

• recaps the central line of argument (AKA the answer to the question

• is around 5% of the word count (or time)