This one-day research writing bootcamp is open to all UTS HDR students and faculty.

Writing bootcamps provide a conducive environment to work on thesis chapters, research papers or any other form of academic writing.

What don't you need to do? You don't need to commit to attending the full day session.

What do you need to do? You should review some brief preparatory materials on Canvas that will cover the purpose of the bootcamp, outline the rules, and walk you through a short goal-setting exercise. (The prep won’t take long.)

Daily schedule:

10:00-11:30am: Writing block 1 (check in to Zoom)

11:30-11:45am: Morning tea break (rejoin Zoom if you want)

11:45am-1:00pm: Writing block 2 (check in to Zoom)

1:00-1:30pm: Lunch (rejoin Zoom if you want)

1:30-2:45pm: Writing block 3 (check in to Zoom)

2:45-3:00pm: Afternoon tea break (rejoin Zoom if you want)

3:00-4:00pm: Writing block 4 (check in to Zoom)

4:00-4:30pm: Review with the Zoom group and offer reflections on your day: what you achieved, next goals, problems to address, etc

About your facilitator:

Dr Terry Royce is a forensic linguist and discourse analyst focussing on graduate research communication and thesis rhetorical organisation. He is also a Professional Member of the Institute of Professional Editors (IPEd), specialising in research publications and dissertations.