Assignment Details

The assignment details may be outlined in your syllabus, on your course website, in a handout covering assignment requirements, or explained during your lecture or tutorial. It is important to note the following:

When is the assignment due?
Is it due in several stages? For example, are you expected to provide an annotated bibliography of possible sources or a first draft before the final due date? 

What is the expected length?
Assignment instructions will generally specify minimum and maximum lengths.

Are there specific formatting expectations such as font type/size or margins?
In the absence of clear instructions, using Times New Roman 12 point font, double- spaced, and 2.5 to 3 cm margins is considered a standard.  

What citation style are you expected to use?
Academic work requires that you use proper citation practices. Some subject areas use specific citation styles, such as APA or MLA, and you will be expected to familiarize yourself with them. For more information on citing sources, see the Creating Bibliographies module.