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Writing and Learning Centre
Whether you're working on an assignment, preparing for exams, or tackling a thesis, we're here to help. Our team of professional specialists and peer tutors offers workshops and personalized support with academic writing, study skills, time management, and more. Our appointments and workshops are free for current U of A students.
Book a learning appointment
Meet with a learning advisor to build academic strategies that play to your strengths and support your goals. During the appointment, you and your advisor will focus on one of the following topics:
- Time management
- Reading strategies for textbooks, articles, and other texts
- Note-taking
- Exam prep
- Study skills
- Task analysis
- Critical thinking
- Oral presentations
Book a writing appointment
Work with a writing advisor or peer tutor to sharpen your writing skills. Writing staff provide feedback on a wide range of documents, including:
- Course papers
- Thesis proposals
- Thesis chapters
- Conference papers
- Articles for publication
- Funding proposals
- Scholarship applications
- Statements of intent
Register early for academic accommodations
Accommodation support is available to eligible students. Learn about accommodation eligibility, registration and required documentation.
Book a writing appointment
Get writing support where and when you need it. Work with a peer tutor or advisor to sharpen your writing skills. Book an appointment at any stage of the writing process. Visit Writing and Learning in 2-10 Cameron Library or book online.
Accessibility + Accommodations
We provide academic accommodations for courses and exams as well as accessibility services to eligible students who encounter access barriers to participation in their studies. Support includes:
- accommodation advising for courses and exams
- assistive technology consultations
- alternate formats for course and exam materials
- disability grant support to help cover related costs
Undergraduate Academic Advising
Faculty and department advisors should be your first resource for questions specific to your academic program. Advisors can connect you with the best information, services and advice to support you.
Graduate + Postdoctoral Studies
Graduate students can contact the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) in person or online for support with:
- General admissions inquiries and application support
- Academic and program progress
- Scholarships, funding and financial matters
- Professional development and career training
Students can connect with academic services available on North Campus, Augustana Campus and Campus Saint-Jean. Many North Campus-based services also offer virtual appointments.
Academic Integrity
The academic credentials, research and scholarly activities at the University of Alberta rely on academic integrity and essential values, including honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage in all academic work. The Student Academic Integrity Policy (SAIP) outlines the expectations for students. Familiarize yourself with what is expected of you and the university’s approach to academic integrity concerns.
Learn about academic integrity as a student Learn about the Student Academic Integrity Policy (SAIP)
Know the rules
Academic misconduct includes plagiarism, cheating and any other form of misconduct that gives a student an unfair academic advantage or undermines research integrity. Support is available if you do find yourself facing an allegation of academic misconduct. The Office of the Student Ombuds can help you navigate the Student Academic Misconduct Procedure.