Format and structure

Essays
Technical or practical reports
Introduction
Method
Results
Discussion
Business or management reports
Introduction
Body
Conclusion and Recommendations
Papers
Literature reviews
Oral presentations
Computer programs
A note on group work
Contents and arrangement of written work
Title pages and cover sheets
Abstracts and summaries
Statement of Ethics Approval
Acknowledgements
Table of Contents
List of Figures, List of Tables, List of Abbreviations
Main text
Appendices
References/Works Cited/Bibliography

Detailed below are some common types of assignments and their typical format, structure and arrangement. Format requirements for individual assignments may vary depending on the task and the subject area. Please note that the specifications outlined in the unit description or by the relevant lecturer, tutor or School take precedence over this advice.