AAW101 introduces undergraduate foundation year students to the principles and practices of effective academic writing across disciplines. The course emphasizes the process of planning, drafting, revising, and editing academic texts with clarity, coherence, and accuracy. Students will explore key aspects of academic communication, including critical reading, argument development, citation, and adherence to academic integrity. Through practical writing exercises, peer reviews, and reflective tasks, students will develop the skills to produce well-structured essays and reports suited for academic and professional contexts.