Services
PhDs and Academic Papers
You’ve researched, reviewed and written up. We’ll help you make sure your work is presented to the highest standard.
Our experience includes proofreading PhD theses and scientific research papers on subjects such as encryption, bridge engineering, seismic structural design, recycled concrete, disability policy, construction law, to name a few. Mathematical and chemical notation, graphs and tables do not faze us.
Our proofreading service will not write, rewrite or alter your research: we are not the experts in your field, you are. But it does cover:
• spelling, grammar, punctuation
• appropriate academic style and wording
• any missing words or repetition
• unclear phrasing and ambiguity
• tables and diagrams including cross-referencing
• chemical and mathematical equations
• layout
• references.
We use Track Changes in Word documents so that you can see all the changes made; similarly, we add comments to pdfs for figures.
Our standard rate for a 60‒70,000 word dissertation is £450 with a turnaround of 10 days. For journal papers, please let us know your word count and get in touch for a quote.
Proofreading and Copyediting
Whether you are writing a business proposal, marketing material, a tender or academic research, your experience and professionalism should speak for themselves. Let us take care of the boring bits like grammar and spelling. And we’ll make sure that all your internal links and cross-references match up. We’re here to polish the rough edges so that your document shines as it deserves to.
You’ve done all the hard work, now let us check:
• spelling, grammar, punctuation
• layout and format
• accuracy and consistency.
We will also do what spellcheck and grammar check can’t do:
• look out for any possible ambiguity or lack of clarity
• check for consistency of style and register
• highlight anything that could be misunderstood.
Perhaps English is not your first language. We can make sure your writing sounds fluent and reads easily in order to effectively communicate your ideas. Whether we proofread or copyedit your work, we will be true to your original voice and creativity, whilst holding in tension the need for clarity and accuracy.
Sounds like just what you need? Then get in touch.
Choose proofreading if you need a fresh pair of eyes to pick up any errors. Choose copyediting if you need a more in-depth check of style, phrasing, consistency and clarity. For a proofreading or copyediting quote, please send the first two pages of your document as well as a total word count.
English for Business
Are you worried that your grammar or choice of wording might let you down? You have full confidence in your particular area of expertise, but are concerned that what you put down on paper might not be quite right?
It’s not just about the grammar, but also knowing how to choose the appropriate style of language for each situation.
We offer bespoke English coaching, both for native speakers and for those who have learnt English as a foreign language. You are confident in your spoken English presentation skills, but when it comes to putting things in writing, you are worried it does not look as professional as it should. Maybe you need advice on how to structure a report clearly or perhaps you could easily write a research paper in your own language but are uncertain what kind of vocabulary is appropriate in academic English. We have worked with clients from Japan, Egypt, India, South Korea and Brazil, with one-to-one tuition in Business English tailored to their specific needs.
Highlight the areas you want to focus on and we can work on them together to improve your fluency and confidence.