Use A4 paper unless otherwise specified. Text should appear on one side of the paper only.

Set a margin of between 3 cm and 4 cm on the left-hand side of the page. Set a margin of approximately 2.5 cm on the right-hand side and the top and bottom margins.

Number every page (except the title page), beginning at '1' and continuing consecutively.

As a general rule, do not add borders to your assignments.

General text: Use a readable font (e.g., Times New Roman, Arial, Verdana) in 11 or 12 point.

Headings: Formatting requirements for headings will depend on the type of assignment; for example, reports may require numbered headings. Follow any instructions specified in the unit description or by the lecturer. If no formatting specifications are provided, use your own judgement, aiming for readability.

Text should be aligned according to one of two styles. (Do not mix styles in a piece of work.)

Your lecturer or tutor may have a preference for a particular style. Text alignment can be selected using your word processor's paragraph formatting function.

Insert one character space (not two) between each sentence within a paragraph.

Line spacing within a paragraph will depend on the type of assignment and the requirements of individual Schools or lecturers. Double line spacing is often requested. Line spacing can be selected using your word processor's paragraph formatting function.

Spacing between paragraphs will depend on how you are showing that a new paragraph has begun. There are two methods of indicating new paragraphs. Your lecturer may have a preference for one or the other. Note: never mix the two methods within a piece of work.