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First Year Student Handbook

The 2021 - 2022 first year student handbook will be continuously updated throughout the year...

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How to Write a Formal Email as a University Student

1. You must use your student email address
2. Stick to a professional black font
3. Always include a short and accurate subject line
4. Use a proper salutation (e.g. ‘Dear Sir’ or ‘Dear Dr Reilly’)
5. Make sure you are making contact with the correct lecturer/tutor/teacher
6. Introduce yourself in the first paragraph (name and student number), and the module you refer to in the email
7. Prioritise the most important information and get to the point quickly
8. Keep your message/question brief
9. Use formal language and do not use slang or text speak
10. Use a proper form of closing (e.g. 'kind regards')
11. Include an necessary documents or attachments
12. Proofread your message for meaning, spelling, and grammar
13. Make sure that the email does not contain any sensitive information
14. Always be realistic about a timeframe for a response (you should never expect a response in the evening or over the weekend).