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Introduction to Manuscript Writing

Spring 2026 > Health Sciences > PUBH.6750 > 031

Course No: PUBH.6750-031; SIS Class Nbr: 14155; SIS Term: 3530
Course Status: Open

Course Description

This course helps doctoral students (and high-level master's students) gain knowledge and critical practical skills in scientific writing and oral communication in public health. This includes writing dissertation proposals, dissertations, grant applications, scientific meeting abstracts, scientific manuscripts, factsheets, and presenting to scientific and non-scientific audiences. Specific content area includes study design and methodology, the structure of scientific documents, literature review, and communication strategies. Specific attention will be given to effective scientific writing and to guiding principles for ethical research.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
  • Section Notes: Live Online Course; Live Online Course: Attend class remotely during specific days and times (sometimes referred to as synchronous learning). Instructors may deliver lessons from an off-campus location, from a campus classroom, lab or studio, and you¿ll also make use of Blackboard, UMass Lowell¿s online learning management tool.
  • Core Codes: ONLINE SYN
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Sabrina Feldeisen
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When Offered & Tuition

  • M | 3:30 PM-6:20 PM ET
  • 2026 Spring: Jan 20 to May 09
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1830
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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