HE Study Skills

Introduction

• approx. 10% 
• First thing that an examiner/lecturer/reader reads so it needs to be CLEAR, CONCISE and ENGAGING  

Main body

• approx. 80%
• Structured paragraphs – TEA/PEE
• Use evidence which supports your points and REFERENCE
• Each paragraph should support your writing

Conclusion

• approx. 10%
• Restate the topic and summarise your key points with EVALUATION

Your introduction should make the reader want to read on with a clear understanding of what the essay will cover. This must relate to the learning outcomes or essay question to ensure your essay is relevant.

PEE 'Point - Evidence - Explain'

Your conclusion should briefly explain your findings or main ideas. Think about the main message or central idea that you want the reader of your assignment to take away.