Features of Formal Academic Writing

Authors

Dawn Atkinson, Montana Technological University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

Winter 2-2026

Comments

In university-level coursework and research, a formal writing style is commonly expected. This quick guide, adapted from Newcastle University (2026), overviews the features of formal academic writing.

Recommended Citation

Atkinson, Dawn, "Features of Formal Academic Writing" (2026). Writing. 28.
https://digitalcommons.mtech.edu/writing/28

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