ABOUT US
The IUM Writing Unit is a key component of the IUM Centre for Languages and Communication, created to help students develop and apply language skills, enabling them to complete their studies on time. It is also accessible to the entire IUM community.
The unit offers one-on-one, half-hour teaching and learning sessions, where students work closely with consultants throughout the writing process. While walk-ins are welcome if a consultant is available, students are encouraged to BOOK APPOINTMENTS ONLINE USING THE BOOKING FORM. The Writing Unit focuses on teaching students to write independently, rather than providing proofreading or editing services.
OUR SERVICES
1. TUTORIALS
The IUM Writing Unit provides one-on-one and group tutorials, ranging from half an hour to an hour, to help students enhance their writing skills throughout their academic journey. During a consultation, students are welcome to seek assistance at any point in their writing process. However, we strongly recommend visiting as early as possible. The Writing Unit provides support in the following areas:
A) ACADEMIC WRITING SUPPORT :
- Developing and Organising Ideas: Assisting with brainstorming and refining thoughts for various writing tasks.
- Planning and Structuring Assignments: Helping outline and organise work to ensure clarity and coherence.
- Grammar, Spelling, and Referencing: Offering guidance on correct grammar, spelling, and referencing practices – Ensuring proper citation and avoiding plagiarism
- Revising Drafts: Providing feedback on drafts to enhance clarity and quality.
B)WRITING SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
- Grant Writing: Helping with the creation of grant proposals.
- Academic Writing: Supporting essays, research papers, theses, and journal articles.
- Report Writing: Guiding the production of structured reports.
- Technical Writing: Assisting with manuals, technical reports, and instructions.
Business Writing: Helping with business documents such as memos and proposals. - Creative Writing: Supporting creative works like stories and poems.
- Personal Statements: Aiding in the writing of personal statements for applications.
- Professional Writing: Assisting with résumés, cover letters, and other job-related documents.
2. WORKSHOPS
We design and deliver writing-related workshops tailored specifically to the needs of our participants. These
workshops are organised upon request and are carefully made to address the particular areas of concern
highlighted in reports submitted by our staff. By focusing on the issues identified through these reports, we
ensure that the workshops are relevant and impactful, directly targeting the skills and challenges that
require attention. Our aim is to provide meaningful support that enhances the writing abilities of our students
and staff, thereby contributing to their overall academic and professional development
OUR STAFF
Director: Dr Frieda Nanyeni-Kanyemba
IUM CENTRE FOR LANGUAGES AND COMMUNICATION
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CONTACT US
We are located at the City branch, Block A in the office 2 on the 1st floor.
Consultation Hours: 08:30 – 16:30 Monday to Friday (except on public and institutional holidays). Should our operating times change for any reason, we will post notices around campus and on our door.
Telephone : +26461245150
Email: langcom@ium.edu.na