Course design

The first session introduces the key principles of effective scientific writing, tailored to technical and research context. We will also discuss the use of generative AI and its appropriate role in scientific communication. Through practical examples and exercises, you will see how these principles can be applied. We will also review samples of your own work to illustrate how to adapt the principles to your specific writing context. This group session takes place in Utrecht and lasts one full day.

 

The second part of the course consists of three individual online coaching sessions, focusing on your personal writing style and challenges. These sessions are scheduled flexibly according to your availability.

 

Course aims

  • To develop a logical structure for the content of scientific reports.
  • To recognise and correct grammatical and lexical errors, improving overall language accuracy.
  • To produce clear, readable texts by developing a fluent and professional writing style.

 

Who should attend this course in scientific report writing?

  • Early-career scientists contributing to or writing research reports.
  • Experienced writers who wish to refine their style and align it with an appropriate scientific register.
  • Business professionals producing technical content, for example in engineering or technical sales.

 

Course outline

 

First session (in a group): Principles of scientific writing

  • Preparing and organising before writing
  • Structure and sections of a scientific report
  • Writing effective paragraphs
  • Language conventions in scientific writing
  • Guidelines for clarity and readability
  • Effective and ethical use of generative AI

Follow-up: Individual coaching sessions

Tailored feedback addresses your specific needs. Topics include:

  • Correct use of tables and figures and how to reference them
  • Structural and stylistic differences between Dutch and English scientific writing
  • Organising data and writing effective summaries

 

Study load and course certificate

The course offers 10 contact hours. Completing assignments and (re-)writing your texts after feedback may require an additional 10 hours. Participants receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the course.

Deze training kunnen we ook incompany organiseren
Incompany taaltrainingen
Je kunt deze training ook individueel volgen
Individuele taaltrainingen

Laat taal het werk voor je doen
Professionaliseer je taal- en schrijfvaardigheid