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As your work will be proofread and edited by an academic expert in your field of study, your thesis will be precise, clear, and concise. Try our thesis editing service in Australia to refine the composition of your papers and improve your grades.

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What wordsru thesis editing service can do for you.

C ongratulations, your thesis is written! But now what? Chances are, once you look over your university's submission guidelines and take a look at a few paragraphs from your thesis at random, you'll realise that you still have a long way to go before your thesis is ready to be submitted for evaluation or printing. There are loads of detailed formatting requirements, you have to make sure that you've treated special words and concepts consistently throughout the paper and that you've prepared figures and statistical abbreviations correctly...the list goes on and on.

F ortunately, that's where WordsRU steps in. Our Plus Service will take the rough draft of your thesis in hand and return a copy that

• has been fully formatted to your university's submission guidelines,
• perfectly conforms to the style guide (APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, etc.),
• is corrected of errors and typos,
• has been rephrased to avoid passive voice, awkward phrasing, incongruous word choice, and to implement a formal, academic tone that is appropriate to your esteemed reader,
• is filled with useful comments to help improve your writing ability, suggest re-organization options, and let you know about gaps or tangents in the discussion, and
• addresses any other concerns you have in mind.

I f your thesis has been accepted and just needs a final check before you sent it to the printer for binding and publication, our Basic Proofread service will be just what you need. This is a lower cost option that delivers the correction of errors in

• punctuation, and

as well as notes and comments to alert you to larger issues in phrasing or formatting that you might wish to revise.

O ur service can save you weeks of detailed revising and review with your advisor and committee. When you come to WordsRU for your thesis editing, you can feel confident that the final draft will reflect highly on all that you've achieved!

W e will return two copies of your thesis: a marked copy, with all corrections and comments showing, and a revised copy that has the corrections accepted and comments removed. Note that the revised copy will not necessarily be ready to submit to your professor or Chair! You should review and address any comments or suggestions the editor has made before you submit. There may be additional information you need to add to the reference list entries or gaps in the discussion that require revision.

F urthermore, WordsRU will remain available to assist you even after the edit has been completed! Your editor will answer any questions you have, clarify the editorial comments, and even review brief passages that you decided to revise based on his or her comments and feedback.

M ost importantly, our high ethical standards ensure that your academic integrity will remain intact. WordsRU editors do not add content or alter the meaning of your writing (nor do we provide thesis writing, researching, or statistical analysis services). Our editors' suggestions and recommendations, however, will help you revise your thesis to become the best it can be, well within the rules and regulations of your school's plagiarism and ethical standards policy.

FAQ (Frequently asked questions)

My chair/supervisor told me he/she wants my final draft right away how long will it take to edit.

We will meet your deadline whenever possible. If your deadline is short, we offer expedited service (for an additional fee). The chief editor will work with you to establish a deadline that works for you and allows the editor to conduct a thorough and complete edit.

I'm already paying for tuition, books...you name it! Is editing expensive?

WordsRU understands the cost of being a student! However having your thesis edited is essential to having it accepted. Knowing this, the chief editor will offer you the best price possible. WordsRU's thesis editing services offer the most for your money.

What if I have questions after the editor returns my thesis?

We invite your questions after the edit is completed. Your editor will remain available to answer your questions, explain any comments or recommendations, and even review specific passages that you may have revised, based on the edit.

What if my thesis is not approved?

WordsRU provides a comprehensive and thorough academic editing service, as well as an opportunity for you to ask questions after the edit. Although we cannot promise that your Chair or supervisor will approve your thesis, we will correct any issues found that are directly related to the edit.

My school/department has very strict rules related to formatting. Will the editor help me with formatting?

If you let the WordsRU chief editor know about any particular issues or concerns you want addressed in the edit, we will factor those into your job. We are familiar with many university and college guidelines, so your editor will ensure that your paper meets all requirements. If we don't already have your school's thesis guidelines, your editor will review and apply any guidelines that you provide.

I need a few references added, but I'm in a hurry. I can supply the websites, and all you have to do is look them up and add them. Is this included in your editing service?

WordsRU has a very firm policy when it comes to academic papers of all kinds. We will not conduct research, write, add to, or alter your content, nor will we conduct data analysis. We believe that students' work should be their own. If you have incomplete references, your editor will point out what information is needed, so that you can look it up and add it.

Can I talk to a live person?

Absolutely! The chief editor is available both by phone and the message feature on the job page you create. Your editor will be available through the message feature only, but our editors are very prompt in answering your messages. Plus, the chief editor stays in the background throughout the entire process, from your initial contact with WordsRU to completion of the job—and even after that, should you need more editing!

Academic editing

Brisbane’s thesis editing expert.

Have you written a PhD or master’s thesis, research paper or postgraduate assignment that’s almost ready for submission? I bet you’ve read it a hundred times and pondered over every sentence. Perhaps you’ve grappled with formatting or worried about grammatical errors (especially if English is not your first language). Or maybe you just want to give yourself the absolute best chance of success.

No matter where you’re based in Australia, or what university you’re studying at, I’m here to help. My academic editing services will alleviate stress and showcase your hard work in the best possible light.

Why choose me as your thesis editor?

Having spent more than 16 years working at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), I understand there’s no margin for error when it comes to academic writing. My love for helping students achieve their goals is what led me to specialise in thesis editing.

At QUT, I co-developed a ‘thesis template’ and a manual detailing how to present a thesis using Microsoft Word and led ‘Word for Thesis’ workshops for four years. I’m also a member of the IPEd Standing Committee on Academic Editing, which in 2018 revised the Guidelines for editing research theses . It’s fair to say that thesis editing is my zone of genius.

I mainly edit theses in the fields of education, humanities, social sciences and business, but I can apply my ‘eye for detail’ to most subject areas.

Expert Support Throughout Your PhD

A PhD is the sum of years of research and writing. And as well as your final thesis, you may need to prepare a lot of papers during your studies. But whatever stage of your PhD you’re at, your written work needs to be clear and concise so you can make a strong argument. And this is where  proofreading  can help. So to give yourself the best chance of success, try our expert PhD editing services today.

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Proofreading Professionals

Our team has a world of experience with academic research, making us experts at polishing PhD theses. And to ensure the best results possible, we can even match you with a specialist PhD editor who knows your subject area.

Make sure your writing is the best it can be with our expert English proofreading and editing

As part of our service, your specialist PhD editor can help you:

• Perfect your punctuation, spelling, and grammar
• Maintain an academic tone and vocabulary in your writing
• Check that documents are clear and well structured
• Make sure your referencing is correct
• Improve your writing style via helpful feedback

And when we check a document, we provide two edited copies:

• A “Clean” copy in the original file format
• An  MS Word Track Changes  copy with all edits highlighted

You can then review our work using this “Track Changes” copy, so you’re always in control of the final draft. And if you’re using a  file format  that doesn’t support Track Changes, we can adapt our process to match.

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You’ll never miss a deadline with our speedy services: our Next-Day Guarantee means we’ll return any document up to 10,000 words long within 24 hours

And if you need a faster turnaround, simply select your desired delivery speed when you submit your document. We have three options:

We can also meet custom deadlines! Just let us know what you need.

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You’ll never miss a deadline with our speedy services: our Next-Day Guarantee means we’ll return any document up to 8,000 words long within 24 hours.

And if you need a faster turnaround, simply select your desired delivery speed when you submit your document. We have three options

We can also meet custom deadlines! Just let us know what you need. 

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** For documents up to 3,000 words

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Our pricing is affordable and transparent – the cost is based on the exact length of your document. Check out our pricing calculator for an instant quote, and rest assured that you’ll receive the highest quality proofreading and editing for the best value on the market.

Referencing Expertise

Our team includes experts in various referencing styles and systems, including AMA, APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, Vancouver, and IEEE. No matter what style you’re using, though, we can check that your citations and references are correct and let you know if any information is missing. Visit our referencing page to learn more.

Subject-Matter Experts

Our team includes over 750 professional editors with backgrounds in a wide range of disciplines, so we’ll always match you with the best editor for your writing, whether you need help with a sociology dissertation, handouts for a music theory lecture, or a biology research paper.

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Dissertation editing services

Your one-stop-shop for dissertation editing services.

Bring your PhD dissertation to the next level with the help of Scribbr’s experienced dissertation editors.

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Dissertation Proofreading & Editing Services

Get your dissertation back, free of language errors and inconsistencies.

Standard dissertatio Proofreading & Editing is perfect if you’re confident about your writing but need a second pair of eyes to catch:

• Spelling and grammar errors
• Inconsistencies in dialect
• Overuse of passive voice
• Subjective or inflated language

For a more comprehensive edit, you can add one or multiple add-on editing services that fit your needs.

Add-on services

Customize your editing package to get the help you need, structure check, clarity check, paper formatting, citation editing.

Ensures sections and chapters are structured and focused and your writing is free of redundancies.

• Through in-text feedback, your editor will help:
• Organize and focus individual chapters and sections
• Eliminate repetitive and redundant information
• Perfect transitions between sentences and paragraphs
• Align titles and headings with the section’s content

You’ll also receive a personalized Structure Check Report meant to help you identify missing elements in each chapter or section and prioritize improvements.

Ensures ideas are presented clearly, your arguments are consistent, and your audience can follow along.

Through in-text comments and checklists, your editor will:

• Make sure your text tells a clear and logical story
• Check that you’ve clearly presented concepts, ideas, and key terms
• Make sure your key takeaways and conclusions are front and center
• Highlight contradictions within the text
• Ensure you’re keeping your audience’s needs in mind

Ensures a professional look and feel of your document that meets your formatting requirements.

Your formatting expert will apply the 7th edition APA Style guidelines to all elements in your paper, including:

• Margins, spacing, and indentation
• Body text and headings
• Page numbers
• Abstract and keywords
• Explanatory footnotes

Citation Editing ensures your citations and references are consistent and meet your style guide’s requirements.

After you provide your document with a reference list, your citation expert will:

• Format the layout of your reference page (margins, indents, spacing)
• Ensure that your chosen citation style is applied consistently according to the guidelines
• Cross-check citations with reference entries
• Provide feedback on reference list entries that you need to complete due to missing information

Your expert is familiar with all common citation styles. Find more information about the service and our requirements in our FAQs .

You'll get matched with the perfect editor

All  Scribbr editors   have completed our   Scribbr Academy   training program. Their work and experience meet the high standards required to proofread PhD dissertations.

Plus, your deadline is guaranteed. You’ll receive a free text message as soon as your editor is done proofreading, so you can immediately start working on their recommendations.

I have a doctorate in biology and studied a range of life science subjects. I specialize in editing academic texts.

I researched at Harvard, taught English with a Fulbright in Peru, and earned a master's from Johns Hopkins.

I am an academic editor and book reviewer. I am familiar with many style guides and have edited over 6 million words.

I have a bachelor's in electrical engineering and a master's in psychology and am pursuing a PhD in neuroscience.

I am an ESL teacher and academic editor with a research background in the humanities, arts, and culture.

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Consider this, I scored over 40 on verbal, on the graduate management admission test (i.e., admission test for MBA), which places me at the 83 percentile. In other words, my english is above par. Yet, my revision was filled with comments and adjustments that made my text a lot more clear to the reader. My revision was also ready two days early, which was a pleasant surprise.

How it works

Improve your dissertation in 3 easy steps, upload any time.

Upload your document and easily select the pages that need editing. Next, choose your turnaround time and services and explain your situation and needs to the editor.

Stay in the loop

After placing your order you can keep track of our progress. From finding your perfect editor to potential hand-overs to formatting or citation experts.

Revise and submit

You’ll receive back your document with tracked changes and feedback as well as a personal letter from your editor. The last step is submitting your work with confidence!

Scribbr & academic integrity

Scribbr is committed to protecting academic integrity. Our proofreading service, our AI writing tools ( plagiarism checker , paraphrasing tool , grammar checker , summarizer,  Citation Generator ) as well as our free Knowledge Base content are designed to help students produce quality academic papers.

We make every effort to prevent our software from being used for fraudulent or manipulative purposes.

Your questions, answered.

At Scribbr, we promise to make every customer 100% happy with the service we offer. Our philosophy: Your complaint is always justified – no denial, no doubts.

Our customer support team is here to find the solution that helps you the most, whether that’s a free new edit or a refund for the service.

The fastest turnaround time is 12 hours.

You can upload your document at any time and choose between three deadlines:

Yes, in the order process you can indicate your preference for American, British, or Australian English .

If you don’t choose one, your editor will follow the style of English you currently use. If your editor has any questions about this, we will contact you.

Yes, regardless of the deadline you choose, our editors can proofread your document during weekends and holidays.

Example: If you select the 12-hour service on Saturday, you will receive your edited document back within 12 hours on Sunday.

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Get dissertation editing services from an academic editor with years of experience editing dissertations, theses, and academic papers. Our dedicated Dissertation Editing service ensures top-notch editing, style refinement, and adherence to guidelines, enhancing the professionalism of your academic writing. With a focus on swift turnaround times, meet your trusted partner for the best dissertation editing services.

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Need Dissertation Editing Services?

When it comes to your dissertation, every word and sentence matters. That's where our Dissertation Editing services come into play. Our team of seasoned editors understands the significance of a well-crafted thesis . With years of academic editing experience, they are able to meticulously review your document, ensuring it adheres to your university's guidelines.

Our editing service for dissertations focuses on enhancing the English proficiency of your work. Go beyond basic editing services to ensure your dissertation truly shines . Whether you're a PhD candidate or a university student, we tailor our editing services for dissertations to meet your specific instructions. Transform your dissertation into the best dissertation it can be.

Our commitment to providing top-notch Dissertation Editing services extends beyond surface-level corrections. We understand that the perfect thesis requires more than just editing; it demands a keen eye for detail and an understanding of the nuances of academic writing.

Why Should I Get Dissertation Editing Services?

Transform your dissertation into the best possible version it can be with a polished thesis statement and a strong structure. 

When it comes to your dissertation, every word and sentence matters, and that's precisely where our Dissertation Editing services excel. Our team of seasoned editors, well-versed in academic writing and with years of experience in editing dissertations, can ensure your dissertation is error-free and adheres to your university's guidelines. 

Our editing services for dissertations offer rapid turnaround times , ensuring that your edited document, with its improved thesis statement and precise word count, is returned to you promptly. Your academic work deserves nothing less than the expertise of our editors who specialize in dissertation and thesis editing services, making sure your university paper is edited to perfection.

Why Choose Scribendi's Dissertation Editing Services?

Our dedication to providing the best thesis editing and Dissertation Proofreading sets us apart. We understand the importance of a clear and compelling thesis statement. Our editors work diligently to refine your document, focusing on word count, style, and overall quality. Ensure that your academic writing meets the highest standards so that your dissertation is a testament to your years of hard work.

With swift turnaround times, you can trust us to meet your deadlines, ensuring a stress-free editing process. Whether you're looking to i mprove your PhD thesis or need assistance with a dissertation, our Dissertation Editing services are your pathway to success. 

Get top-notch Dissertation Editing services and thesis proofreading. Our team of experienced editors can refine your document diligently, paying meticulous attention to word count, style, and overall quality. Don't compromise on the quality of your academic achievements; choose unparalleled editing that elevates your dissertation to the pinnacle of excellence.

Can I get a discount on Dissertation Editing services?

Enhancing your academic work has never been more affordable with our exclusive student discount for Dissertation Editing services.

Our team of expert editors is ready to take your thesis to the next level. Whether you're a PhD student or pursuing a master's degree, we understand the importance of a well-crafted dissertation. With our 10% student discount , you can enjoy substantial savings while receiving top-notch editing services for your dissertation. 

Our experienced dissertation editors are well-versed in academic writing and can help you refine your work, focusing on aspects like style, English proficiency, and adherence to university guidelines. Don't miss out on this limited-time offer to improve the quality of your thesis while saving on Dissertation Editing services.

Simply use the coupon code on our Student Discount page to start improving your writing today. Our editing service for dissertations is dedicated to helping students like you succeed in their academic journey. Take advantage of this opportunity to elevate your thesis or dissertation to its highest potential with our discounted Dissertation Editing services.

What will you receive with Dissertation Editing services? 

• An edited document in which misspellings, grammar errors, and typos have been corrected
• Changes and suggestions to help improve clarity, flow, structure, and readability
• Formatting of your citations and references to the style guide of your choice, if desired
• Tracked revisions so that you can see and review all the changes that have been made
• In-depth critical commentary on your paper 
• A short summary of the work that has been done and any major concerns

What types of documents can you use Dissertation Editing services for?

• Dissertations
• Thesis and dissertation proposals

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Rest assured, whether you're handling commercially sensitive data or conducting groundbreaking scholarly analysis, as part of our Dissertation Editing services, your manuscript's confidentiality is our top priority. 

We ensure the utmost privacy for your work. All uploads and downloads to our secure server are encrypted , and our stringent privacy policies are in place to safeguard your academic research and personal data. 

Dissertation editing services are just a click away . We are committed to ensuring the highest level of security and quality for your academic work. Obtain an instant quote below, and order now .

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Dissertation editing services faq, how much do dissertation editing services cost.

The cost of dissertation editing services can vary depending on factors like word count, turnaround time, and the level of editing needed. At Scribendi, you can use our instant quote widget to select the cost and turnaround time that best suit the needs of your document, including your word count, and your deadline. Our experienced editors have years of experience editing and proofreading dissertations and theses. We offer competitive prices for our editing services, ensuring your work is polished to perfection. 

Should I get editing services for my dissertation?

Absolutely! Getting professional editing services for your dissertation is crucial for academic success. Just as Personal Statement Editing ensures your application is ready to go, dissertation editing ensures your thesis is polished to perfection. We offer top-notch editing services tailored to your university's requirements, enhancing your document's style, English, and overall quality. With years of experience, our editors are able to meticulously review your work to meet the highest academic standards. Don't underestimate the importance of proofreading and editing!

Is it ethical to pursue dissertation editing services?

Yes, seeking dissertation editing services is not only ethical but highly advisable. Ethical editing services help you improve the style, English, and overall quality of your work. It's a responsible choice to invest in professional editing to elevate your academic writing as good dissertation editing services focus on integrity and academic excellence.

How do I choose an editing service for my dissertation?

Choosing the right editing service for your dissertation is crucial. Look for experienced editors with a strong background in academic writing and a focus on thesis and dissertation editing. Consider factors such as word count, turnaround time, and expertise in your field. Read reviews and ask about their years of experience editing dissertations. Ultimately, select a service that aligns with your needs and values, ensuring your work becomes the best dissertation it can be.

Document Formatting Services

Capstone Editing is in the unique position to offer academics a specialised editing service that fully meets their particular needs.

Professional Document Formatting Services

Writing an academic article, research paper, dissertation, research proposal or any other type of academic text is a huge achievement. It also takes a lot of work. Be proud of yourself for completing it! But just as you think your work is done, it’s time to format your document to meet all the appropriate standards. This can take longer than you expect and be more complicated than you think, especially since you don’t want to get anything wrong. Universities and academic journals care a lot about formatting, so take no chances. Instead of spending your own time and effort trying to remember all the formatting and implement it into your document, give yourself a well-deserved break and leave the document formatting to the team at Capstone Editing. You’ve worked hard enough to write this text, so let us take care of the last few steps and ensure everything is perfect. Use our document formatting services to finish off any academic text with confidence and accuracy.

What is Document Formatting Services?

Document formatting refers to the way your text is laid out on the page. This includes many different aspects, including typeface, font, spacing, margins, alignment, columns, indentations and more. That’s a lot to keep track of. And not all word processing programs are easy to navigate, which means many people don’t feel confident in changing any of these aspects of their document. Plus, it’s a time-consuming process that you may not want to have to do after all the time you’ve just spent on writing this piece. That’s where our document formatting services in Australia come into the picture. Academic journals editors and institutions often have strict guidelines on formatting, so ensuring correct formatting is a crucial part of the editing process before you can submit.

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Capstone Editing is proud to be the only editing service in Australia to offer an after-pay service to our clients. Access top-quality editing when you need it, and pay for it over time in manageable instalments.

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Don’t wait! Submit your document for editing now and pay later with a flexible payment plan that suits your individual needs.

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Our Document Formatting Services Australia - What Documents Do We Accept?

The short answer? Anything! Our professional document formatting services are for any type of academic text with high standards for formatting. This includes:

• journal articles
• research papers
• dissertations
• research proposals

We have extensive experience in editing all these documents, and we know what kind of formatting is needed for each type. Also, our services aren’t limited to academic documents. We can also help with grant proposal editing , English editing for scientific papers , corporate and government documents, and thesis editing in any shape or form. Whether you want to submit an article to a paper or a research proposal to the institution you work for, or you’re ready to submit your dissertation for your degree, we can ensure that the formatting is everything it needs to be.

The Benefits of Our Document Formatting Services

If you need document formatting services in Australia , Capstone Editing is one of the best options available to you. Our team comprises experienced academics from specialised fields with extensive editing experience, which means they know all about the requirements of academic texts. They’ve also undergone our rigorous editing training and work to extremely high standards. We can get the formatting perfect for a range of texts, and we guarantee high-quality work and on-time delivery. Academic writing has never been easier. To benefit from our document formatting services , get in touch and submit your document today.

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Testimonials

I would like to thank my editor at Capstone Editing for her thorough edit of my grant proposal. Her suggestions gave me better ways of expressing myself with clarity and (importantly for grant proposals) with fewer words! She provided detailed comments on her edits that helped ensure that we didn’t inadvertently change the intended meaning. I appreciated her attention to the details of formatting and nuances of meaning across the document. I highly recommend her to help improve the readability and clarity of academic documents.

Capstone Editing has edited many journal articles for me. Their editors' thorough command of language really helps in making sure that the article is well expressed and free of errors. They work very quickly and I have found it invaluable to have somebody format an article to the style of the particular journal. It is a massive time saver that allows me to move on to my next piece of work. I plan to use Capstone's services again, including for a book project I have coming up. I highly recommend Capstone Editing to academics wanting to save time and wanting to submit their work with the confidence that it has been thoroughly looked over and formatted to their particular requirements.

The fast, elegant and professional service provided by Capstone Editing saved me hours, days and weeks of work for which I am truly grateful. They worked to very tight deadlines and formatted, fixed and corrected my thesis so that I could submit it on time (and within my budget!) The editors who edited my thesis had phenomenal attention to detail and provided me with tremendously valuable feedback that improved the quality of my thesis. In addition to the usual material, my thesis had dozens of tables in both portrait and landscape format, a research study and case studies. My editors very quickly corrected and fixed all the material I threw at them and went beyond the call of duty to provide me with a beautifully referenced and immaculately formatted thesis. I am so appreciative of their advice and assistance.

Capstone Editing’s simple order process provides easy access to professional academic editing. In most cases, universities cover the cost of editing for their academic staff and we can invoice them directly.

Adelaide Academic Editing and Proofreading Services

With over a decade’s experience as specialist academic editors, Elite Editing offers accurate, reliable editing services in Australia and worldwide. Our excellent professional relationship with universities in Adelaide and across South Australia is based on our reputation for delivering precise editing tailored to your needs, each time, on time.

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Our editing services include proofreading as well as premium editing of essays, assignments, theses, books, manuscripts, journal articles, conference and research papers, funding applications, book reviews, website content … in fact, we edit all types of documents for academics as well as students.

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Studying in Adelaide, SA

Students studying in South Australia benefit from a thoughtfully developed education sector that supports them via a network of student services covering all areas of their stay in the state, academic and non-academic. Adelaide, the capital and commercial centre of South Australia, has many governmental, financial and cultural institutions, and a large defence and manufacturing sector. The city is recognised since its early days for fostering religious freedom and civil liberties. It has mild winters with rainfall, and a warm, dry summer—a Mediterranean climate, indeed.

Adelaide has four main universities, three public and one private. It has campuses from other universities, including foreign universities, and is home to several research institutions. This cosmopolitan city, known as ‘the event city’ and ‘the lifestyle capital’ of Australia, is an attractive study destination, for sure! It’s renowned for its wine industry, arts and music festivals, varied sporting events, historic architecture, well-planned city spaces and unspoiled ocean beaches. Adelaide has been recognised as a ‘City of Music’ by the UNESCO Creative Cities Network and is consistently listed in the world’s top 10 most liveable cities, out of 140 cities worldwide, by The Economist Intelligence Unit. Interested? Here is a list of study options in Adelaide for you to choose from.

Main Universities

The university of adelaide (adelaide uni).

Adelaide Uni is South Australia’s oldest and most prestigious university in terms of world rankings and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight research-intensive universities. It offers courses in arts, agriculture, health and medical sciences, and engineering, computer and mathematical sciences, among many others. It has three campuses in Adelaide and the main campus, North Terrace Campus, hosts most of the university’s teaching and research facilities. The Waite campus focuses on agricultural science, plant breeding and biotechnology. The Roseworthy campus, which hosts the first agricultural college in Australia, has 16 sq. km of farmland and is a centre for agricultural research. The Thebarton campus, which is also known as Adelaide University Research Park, works with the University’s commercial partners, which include businesses in materials engineering, biotechnology, environmental services, industrial design, laser/optics technology, and telecommunications.

In 2018, it had around 27,000 students, of which 7,583 were from over 100 countries. Five Nobel Laureates and over 100 Rhodes Scholars, including the first Indigenous Rhodes Scholar, have studied at this university. It was the first university in Australia, and the second worldwide, to admit women to academic courses (in 1881), and its distinguished alumni include Australia’s first female prime minister and first female Supreme Court judge. The university operates several research institutes and groups, such as the South Australian Centre for Economic Studies, the Hanson Institute for Medical Research, the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, and the National Wine Centre.

The University of South Australia (UniSA)

UniSA is ranked 25th in the QS world’s top 50 under 50 universities and is No. 3 in Australia in the Young University Rankings. It has a balanced curriculum but with a focus on applied and technical subjects. Its City West main campus, located next to Adelaide’s central business district, and three satellite campuses at Adelaide offer numerous courses, including in accounting and finance, business, defence, space, engineering, IT,  physio and occupational therapy ,  architecture,   social work ,  pharmacy , and  nutrition and health . Its City East campus is also centrally located, near vibrant shopping centres and parklands. Its scenic Magill campus is just seven km from the city centre, situated next to a creek. Mawson Lakes campus is in the Technology Park, 20 minutes away from the city centre, amidst greenery and wetland areas. All campuses offer students advanced facilities and purpose-built spaces that simulate real work environments. In 2018, the university had around 32,000 students, of which 6,265 were international students.

Flinders University (Flinders)

Flinders was established in 1966 and its main campus in Adelaide is at Bedford Park, with satellite campuses at Victoria Square and Tonsley. It is a member of the International Network of Universities and Innovative Research Universities Australia. It offers a variety of courses, including in creative arts and media, culture and communication, business, social work, law, medicine and nursing. Its alumni include several Fulbright and Rhodes scholars.

Torrens University Australia (Torrens)

Torrens is a private university and part of the Laureate International Universities, the largest education provider in the world, with about 70 universities across 23 countries. Torrens was founded in Adelaide in 2012. It offers courses in business, project management, sports management, health, education and design. Its headquarters in Adelaide are located in Victoria Square, in the Torrens building, one of South Australia’s most notable surviving purpose-built government office buildings. It houses Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College Australia, Cranfield University’s Defence College of Management and Technology, and University College London’s School of Energy and Resources (Australia), which constitute Adelaide’s international university precinct. Torrens’ Wakefield campus is located on the historic site of the Menz biscuit factory.

Satellite Campuses at Adelaide

Australian catholic university (acu).

ACU is a public not-for-profit university funded by the Australian Government. ACU is one of the most affordable universities in Australia and is open to students and staff of all beliefs. It is ranked in the top 3% of universities worldwide. It offers courses ranging from arts, accounting and finance, and biomedical studies to nursing and philosophy.

Central Queensland University (CQU)

CQU is listed among the best ‘young universities’ of the world by both the Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings. CQU Adelaide is situated to the south-west of the city, very near the Adelaide Showgrounds, and is easily accessible. It offers courses in various disciplines, such as the arts, business, humanities, sciences, philosophy, and information and communications technology. It houses The Appleton Institute, a multidisciplinary research hub. The institute specialises in research, teaching and community engagement across a wide range of areas, including cultural anthropology safety science, sleep and fatigue applied psychology, and human–animal interaction.

Other Institutions

Several South Australian Technical and Further Education campuses in the metropolitan area provide vocational education and training options. One such is the Adelaide College of the Arts, which provides nationally recognised training in visual and performing arts. Adelaide has numerous research institutes, including the Royal Institution of Australia (a counterpart to the Royal Institution of Great Britain), a Research Park at Thebarton, a Science Park and a Technology Park, which house the research and development arms of leading organisations.

Elite Editing has strong professional links to these universities and institutions in Adelaide and South Australia generally. Several researchers and students in the state opt for our services for all their academic editing requirements. Whether you are a student just starting your course or an established academic, you can rely on Elite Editing for editing that will meet—and surpass—your expectations.

Our Editing Team

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Dr Ellen McRae has extensive experience as an editor, scholar and translator. She has worked as an editor for over 25 years, both in-house and as a contractor.

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Dr Avan Stallard is the author of two books, Antipodes: In Search of the Southern Continent (academic history) and Spinifex & Sunflowers (literary fiction), along with various academic and popular articles.

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Academic editors can save time and stress for writers of academic material, both research students and academics, at all stages of an academic project. Editors can help ensure a smooth transition from research to publication by working with authors to improve language and expression.

Academic editors work on a range of documents, including, but not limited to:

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An academic editor’s work includes:

• identifying and correcting errors and problems, including in spelling, grammar, terminology and punctuation
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Guidelines for editing research theses outlines the nature and extent of services that professional editors may ethically provide when editing students’ theses and the responsibilities of editors, students and supervisors relevant to editing. The Guidelines applies to all forms of research theses, including an exegesis that may accompany a creative work submitted for examination.

This 2019 edition of the Guidelines has been consolidated and updated after a critical analysis of the previous version by the IPEd Standing Committee on Academic Editing (SCAE), particularly the Guidelines Pod, during 2018.

The revised  Guidelines  has been approved by the IPEd Board and endorsed by the  Australian Council of Graduate Research (collaborator on earlier versions, 2001 and 2010).

The revised  Guidelines  now comprise one document, which replaces the four documents (webpages) that made up the earlier version:

• Editing academic theses  (for editors)
• Engaging a professional editor for your thesis  (for research students)
• When your student wishes to engage an editor  (for supervisors).

Download the  Guidelines [PDF 156KB].

Range of indicative costs for academic editing (excluding GST)

IPEd’s Standing Committee on Academic Editing has developed indicative costs for editing common types of academic work. The table and the notes provide a range of costs to guide potential clients on budgeting.

Updated March 2024.

*Costs are in $A. Australian editors registered for GST are required to charge 10% GST.

Notes on indicative costs

• Because many factors can affect the time and cost of editing academic work, there is no set price for editing a thesis or per page or per 1000 words. Editors set their own prices based on the work required. Clients should provide the work to be edited to editors so editors can provide a quote or guide on the cost.
• Academic work, including theses, can vary greatly in the total length and the editing work required.  IPEd’s  Guidelines for editing research theses  [PDF156 KB] notes that ‘the cost of editing a thesis depends on a range of factors that affect the time needed for editing, including the quality of the writing and the length, complexity and presentation of the thesis’.
• length of the work in words and pages
• editing and proofreading services required, reflecting the English and software skills of the author
• formatting required such as applying styles and generating a table of contents and lists of tables and figures
• number of iterations of editing and proofreading required
• number of tables and figures and the editing or formatting required of the material
• use of reference management software (or not)
• inclusion of material in foreign languages or transcribed material
• inclusion of previously edited and/or published material such as journal papers
• urgency of the editing and specific deadlines
• experience of the editor
• The indicative costs reflect  IPEd’s fair hourly pay rates  for self-employed editors.

Editing services The range of editing services provided can vary depending on the need. An agreement for academic editing between editor and client may refer to IPEd’s  Australian standards for editing practice  or IPEd’s  Guidelines for editing research theses  [PDF 156KB] or use IPEd’s sample agreement  here [DOCX 20KB].

Copy editing can include editing for:

• clarity of expression and flow of the text, such as removing ambiguity, wordiness and needless repetition, and ensuring clear and logical connections between phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections
• correct use of grammar, spelling and punctuation
• appropriate use of idiom, style and tone
• appropriate use of technical and specialised terminology, including discipline-specific items, abbreviations and units of measurement
• consistency in the presentation of illustrations, diagrams and other display items.

Proofreading can include checking that all elements are complete, consistent and correctly placed including:

• completeness of all parts of the work
• consistency in the use of language, style, terminology, numbers, symbols, shortened forms, capitalisation, italics and other mechanics of text
• consistency in the presentation of illustrations and tables
• consistency in the format and layout according to a specified style
• conformity of references and citations to a specified style.

The indicative costs may not include:

• extensive formatting work, particularly if features in Word and reference management software have not been used
• cross-checking of references in the text and the reference list if reference management software has not been used appropriately
• urgent work.

Academic editing resources

• Academic editing FAQs [PDF 128KB]
• Why use an academic editor? [PDF 86KB]
• Summary of the Guidelines [PDF 83KB]
• Self-editing tips for academic writers [PDF 158KB].
• The value of academic editing [PDF 151KB]