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This starting structure allocates 10% to the introduction, 80% to the discussion and 10% to the conclusion. Adapt it to the assignment rubric.

Word count

Introduction: 200 words
Main discussion: 1600 words
Conclusion: 200 words

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Give the most space to the argument and evidence earning the most marks. Reports, lab reports and dissertations need different section structures. Whole-word rounding is applied to the introduction and conclusion, with the balance assigned to the discussion.

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Assignment word-count planner

Use the marking criteria

Frequently asked questions

Do references count?

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