Do you need help with essay writing? 

The Writing Place for the College of Law and Management Studies assists students on Pietermaritzburg Campus with academic writing skills through an emphasis on essay/assignment structure and understanding of academic writing conventions. The trained postgraduate tutor will work through a draft of your essay with you to ensure that you answer the essay question in a coherent and cohesive manner. The tutor will also provide suggestions on how essay structure and grammar can be improved as well as equipping students with the correct referencing techniques in order to avoid the consequences of plagiarism. 

Contact details of Writing Place Tutors: 

Office Details: Room 14, First Floor, Commerce Building, Golf Road 

Hours of operation during Semester One 2026 

 How:  Undergraduate students (1^st - 3^rd year) should take a typed, complete draft of their essay, the essay question, course guide and lecture notes (at least 3 days before due date) to the Writing Place tutor who will assist them during consultation hours. Please email the tutors if you would like to make a booking for a specific time.

Postgraduate students are also welcome to email the Writing Place Coordinator for an appointment: Ms Serrenta Naidoo (naidoos2@ukzn.ac.za)