Cracking the Code: Academic Writing & Avoiding the Turnitin Trap
Workshop Description
Academic writing is one of the most important skills at university — but it’s also one of the biggest sources of stress, lost marks, and confusion for students. From unclear assignment expectations to referencing struggles and unexpected Turnitin results, many students find themselves doing the work but still not getting the marks they expect.
This 2-hour interactive workshop is designed to change that.
In Cracking the Code: Academic Writing & Avoiding the Turnitin Trap, students will learn how to approach academic writing with clarity and confidence. We break down exactly what lecturers are looking for, how to structure strong essays and assignments, and how to avoid common mistakes that lead to unnecessary mark loss.
Students will also gain a clear understanding of plagiarism and Turnitin — what it actually measures, what counts as academic misconduct, and how to safely use sources without fear or confusion.
Most importantly, this workshop focuses on practical, easy-to-apply strategies that students can use immediately in their next assignment.
What students will learn:
- How to understand and unpack academic assignment questions
- A simple structure for writing high-scoring essays and reports
- The difference between describing, analysing, and evaluating
- How referencing really works (without the overwhelm)
- What Turnitin checks for — and how to avoid plagiarism mistakes
- How to plan and write faster under exam and assignment pressure
Whether you are struggling with your marks or simply want to improve your writing skills, this workshop gives you the tools to write with confidence, clarity, and academic precision.
Perfect for first-year and senior students across all faculties who want to stop losing marks on writing and start performing at their full potential.
Academic Workshops
03 September 2026
17:30
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Google Meets
03 September 2026
R 390
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