Assessments, writing and referencing

These pages give you advice and support about assessments, writing and referencing - helpful information for success at university.

Types of assessments

You will be asked to complete a host of assessments while at University, each with their own challenges and requirements. Help is at hand with some advice on how to tackle common assessment types.

Working on assessments

You cannot research and write assessments in a day. Starting early, breaking things down and approaching assessments as a process can make things more manageable.

Referencing

Advice on referencing and the APA style used in most courses here at Lincoln University.

Strengthening your writing

Writing is the foundation of all your academic studies. Here you’ll find some advice on the basics of academic writing to help you become a better writer.