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ELISE | Informing your studies tutorial: Breaking down the question

Topic analysis

For more information on breaking down your assessment question see The academic writing process page.

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Study hacks are a series of workshops for new and returning students throughout term. These sessions will help you develop key skills you need to succeed at UNSW.

Breaking down the question

Understanding your assessment question is the first step in the academic writing process. The meaning of the question may not be immediately obvious. The process of analysing your question helps you pinpoint the actual subject of your assignment.

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