Here is some advice and information on some of the most common areas of grammar that students often have difficulty with.
Formal and Informal Language
Learn the difference between formal and informal language and when to use each.
Prepositions
Learn the general rules for using common prepositions such as at, on, in, between, for, etc.
Present vs. past tense
Learn when to use present or past tense in your assignment to improve clarity and accuracy.
Reporting verbs
Learn how to use reporting verbs correctly to strengthen your arguments in your assignments.
Subject-verb agreement
Learn general guidelines for subject-verb agreement to prevent errors in your writing.
Transition Signals
Learn how to link words and phrases to effectively connect your ideas to add cohesion to your writing.
If you have any questions or want to discuss how to improve your English grammar skills, please contact HELPS at helps@uts.edu.au and speak with our friendly staff.