Graduate Writing Resources
Writing support at the Writing Centre
Update: Currently, appointments are available online.
Get support with a trained graduate-level writing advisor through the Writing Centre. The Writing Centre does not provide editing services, but offers support and strategies to help students improve their scholarly writing skills.
To book an appointment, go to Oscarplus> Appointments > Academic Skills > Writing Tutor Appointment (Undergrad Writing Centre).
Questions? Contact skills@mcmaster.ca.
Thesis Boot Camps
The School of Graduate Studies hosts thesis boot camps four times a year:
- October
- February
- May
- July
Thesis Writer's Toolkit
A series of resources, tip sheets, and experiences related to organization, technical aspects, and staying well.
Research article abstracts
Learn about the purpose of an abstract and the five potential “moves” an abstract can have.
Edit slow
A list of advanced principles to consider when editing your work.
Writing resources for English learners
To help graduate students who are English learners:
- on-campus supports
- external websites and apps
- articles and downloads