Report writing tips

This document presents some general tips on report writing and what will be considered
when marking your work:

Requirements

Structure: coherence, logical sequencing of parts, distinct self-contained paragraphs

Writing Style & presentation: clarity, precision, conciseness, grammar, spelling,

punctuation, language

Research / referencing: grasp of best practices from lectures / books, no replication of

general knowledge

Analysis / argument: Understanding of concepts; clarity of arguments; critical approach to

concepts and theories

Evidence: Relevance & depth in conceptual support/empirical evidence; avoiding

unsupported assertion, claims& repetition

Relevance: Addressing and interpreting the requirements of the question; keeping the
question in focus

Scope / breadth of approach: Adequate coverage of parts of the question; balance of

different elements of question

Common mistakes

Lack of appropriate visualizations and data summary in discussing data set properties

Over emphasis on discussing methodology rather than on the presentation and interpretation of
findings.

Lack of adequate labelling of illustrations including tables and charts

A conclusion which focuses only on the main work done, but which does not summarize
the main findings.

Lack of clear recommendation with appropriate evidence to support.