Guidelines for ENG1503 Assignment 01.pdf updated 2025

Guidelines for ENG1503 Assignment 01

1. General Information

 Module Code: ENG1503 Academic Language and Literacy

 Assignment Number: 01 First assignment for Semester 1

 Submission Platform: myUnisa (Online platform for accessing
course materials)

 Due Date: 24 March 2025

 Format: PDF document (Required for submission)

 Font & Spacing:

o Font Style: Arial

o Font Size: 12 point

o Line Spacing: 1.5 spacing

2. Structure and Presentation

 Cover Page: Must include personal and assignment details.

 Signed Declaration Form: Mandatory document to confirm
originality.

 Paragraphing: Text must be well-structured into logical paragraphs.

 Legibility: Writing must be clear and easy to read.

 Coherence & Cohesion: Ensure logical flow and use of linking words.

 Grammaticality: Proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation required.

 Language & Structure: Use formal academic language; avoid
informal expressions.

 Bullet Points: Should not be used in paragraph writing.

3. Academic Writing Requirements

 Critical Reading: Analyze and evaluate texts for deeper
understanding.

 Summarising & Paraphrasing: Present main ideas in your own
words.