How to make an appointment
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Register on the NWU Writing Centre’s booking website (nwu.mywconline.com) from any computer or mobile device. Please note that there is no “www” in front of the website address.
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Log in with your email and newly created password.
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Choose the relevant campus (e.g. Vanderbijlpark Campus).
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White blocks are available sessions. Click on a white block to book a session. Each session will last an hour.
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Specify your question(s).
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Remember to attach your file if you choose to give consent to the Writing Centre to use your work for research purposes.
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Bring a hard copy of your writing to the consultation.
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See the specific consultant with whom you made your appointment at the Writing Centre.
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The Potchefstroom Campus Writing Laboratory is located in Building E8, G44.
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The Vanderbijlpark Campus Writing Laboratory is located in Building 13 (the Library).
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The Mahikeng Campus Writing Laboratory is located in the Academic and Development Centre, Block A2H, Room G169.
What should the student do to prepare for the session?
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Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before your appointment.
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Bring your notes or a draft of your writing along.
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Bring along the instructions from your lecturer (e.g. guidelines and due dates) and/or any other relevant documents.
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For longer documents, identify particular sections that you would like to review with the consultant or come with specific questions. You can always schedule a follow-up consultation for other parts of the document.
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Prepare yourself to discuss your writing with your consultant for the best results.
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Take notes during your consultation.
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Follow-up consultations are highly recommended, especially if longer texts are involved.
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Please honour your appointment, and if you cannot do so for any reason, please cancel your appointment at least an hour or two beforehand (using the booking system) or send a message to the Writing Centre coordinator.
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