Completing your assignment - My Assignment Planner - LibGuides at Birmingham City University Skip to Main Content It looks like you're using Internet Explorer 11 or older. This website works best with modern browsers such as the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. If you continue with this browser, you may see unexpected results. LibGuides Birmingham City University LibGuides My Assignment Planner Completing your assignment Search this Guide Search My Assignment Planner: Completing your assignment Home Planning Researching Books and journals Other resources Evaluating websites Writing Reviewing your writing Completing your assignment Step 8: Completing your assignment Presentation tips Presentation styles and requirements can vary, so check your course handbook or ask your tutor clear guidelines, but here are some useful tips to bear in mind: Check your word count Check the line spacing required Check how the assignment should be presented - bound; stapled; in a plastic wallet etc. Check that you have included your name and assignment title. Check your references. Proof read and edit your assignment - the following guides may help: Proof reading and editing; Effective punctuation; Spelling. Printing If you wish to print at University, you might want to try printing and become familiar with the printers before you need to print your assignment. You will also need to check you have enough credit on your account. You need to have your University ID card or BCU email address/password details to log into the printers. Reflection Spending time reflecting upon what you think went well and what you would do differently next time can be a very useful activity. Reflection can highlight areas in your skill base or knowledge which you may wish to develop further - through training or support. Talking through these areas of development with your academic tutor or a tutor from the Centre for Academic Success can be useful in ensuring that you build upon this knowledge and achieve more satisfying results next assignment. Chat Chat with a librarian 24/7 Support whenever you need it Ask us anything Study guides Proofreading and editing Effective punctuation Spelling Useful Links IT Help Referencing << Previous: Reviewing your writing Last Updated: Feb 25, 2022 5:33 PM URL: https://libguides.bcu.ac.uk/MAP Print Page Login to LibApps Report a problem. Accessibility Statement