Writing for Publication (PSk07JAN25)

Course Preparation & Programme

Joining Instructions

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Do I need to bring anything with me?

The most important thing to bring is an idea for a journal article. Ideally you should have collected and analysed the data. During the course you will be working this idea up into an article. You do not need to bring a draft.

What will the course cover?

The course goes through the process of writing a scientific paper in 10 easy stages.

Is this the right course for me?

This course is for anyone who is writing - or about to write – an article for a peer reviewed journal. It is particularly suitable for those who feel intimidated by those who already have their names on the databases. It is about the writing process and is not a course on research methods or critical appraisal.

What is the format of the course?

Our virtual courses have been designed for small groups. They are run informally, with plenty of time for discussion and practical work. The course is divided up into four sessions, each lasting around 90 minutes, run over one day (9am to 5pm).

Whom should I contact if I have any queries?

If your query is about course logistics, please contact your course organiser. If you have a query about the course content, contact Mark Pickin: mark.pickin@doctors.org.uk

What should I bring with me?

You must bring with you the idea for a journal article. During the course you will have the opportunity to develop and work on this idea.

Booking cancellation

Delegates must make every effort to attend courses they have booked. If your availability changes after booking, please cancel your place through Maxcourse as soon as possible. This will release the place for colleagues on the waiting list.

If you need to cancel within 1 week of the course or the course has started and you are not able to attend, please email educationevents.yh@hee.nhs.uk to give your apologies.

This course is only available to General Practice and Higher Specialty trainees.

Mandatory: Doctor, or Public Health Professional

The course will show you how to prepare, write and submit an original journal article that has a good chance of being accepted for publication. It will also set you well on the way to doing so.

A 10 step method for writing a paper

1. Understanding the game
2. Understanding the player
3. Setting the brief
4. Organising the information
5. Making a plan
6. Free writing
7. Re writing
8. Adding the extras
9. Dealing with others
10. Submitting the paper

• identify the main characteristics of a journal article and apply a marketing-led model for such writing
• reduce rewriting in the final stages by early planning
• set a ‘writer’s brief’ by making decisions in five key areas
• make logical and informed decisions on where to send articles
• cut ‘information overload’ by using simple brainstorming techniques
• maximise creativity when writing the first draft
• make the most of scarce time by writing for 10 minutes a day;
• use ‘evidence based’ writing to solve disputes with others;
• apply simple marketing techniques to increase the chances of a submitted article being looked at favourably