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This is an academic skills audit for Language and Linguistics at Newcastle University. There are a total of 12 multiple choice questions which cover several areas of research skills. Only you can see your answers and progress.

When you're done, you'll get a score which highlights your strengths and weaknesses. We'll provide you with links to resources to get your skills up to speed as needed.

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  • You have an assignment due at the end of the module, but your module leader has already made detailed guidance and the topics available weeks ahead of time. You know you won’t be able to actually write the assignment until a couple of weeks before the deadline. What’s the best way to use the guidance?

1/12

Nope...

+0 pts

Nope...

+0 pts

Meh...a point for effort.

+1 pt

That's right!

+3 pts

Your results

Your final scores are below, in terms of four key skill areas.

In areas with a score less than 70%, you should really revisit these skills. Click 'Learn More' below the skill for an interactive slideshow where you can review this skill.