Discover how to write winning essays and improve your grades, with this tried and tested guide to essay writing.

Introduction
What is a Social Science Essay?
Stages of Writing, from Preparation to Final Version
Matching the Answer to the Question
Reading, Note-taking and Literature Searches
Thinking Critically and Formulating an Argument
Writing Introductions
Writing the Main Section
Writing Conclusions
Referencing
Essay-writing Skills and Other Forms of Social Science Writing
Some Common Worries
What Tutors Look for When Marking Essays
Examples of Student Essays

Peter Redman has been teaching social science at The Open University for the last 25 years. During this time he has worked closely with numerous students helping them reflect on and improve their writing skills. He is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology.