How To Get a 1st or 2:1 in ANY University Essay (with examples)! | ESSENTIAL ESSAY TIPS

[@elizabeth3074]

I got 94% thank youu !!

[@DrAminaYonis]

wow, amazing!

[@joeheller7581]

Can you share your tips?

[@Brown6031]

@@joeheller7581 yea it would be appreciated! And CONGRATULATIONS! 🎉

[@lilmizzije]

thats insane...

[@Naf246]

Lucky you

[@DrAminaYonis]

Time Stamps! 2:44 - 40-50% (3rd/2:2) 5:14 - 60-69% (2:1) 8:27 - 70-90% (1st) 11:45 - 91%+

[@thalblankson4002]

Thanks !

[@M4d1s0n]

what's 50-60% then 🤷

[@ayeshakhanom9471]

Thank you so much for this video. I really liked your examples and you gave a very good explanation. This was so useful in explaining what critical analysis is. 👌👍💜💜

[@Reminders4ever]

This is really difficult for my first year I got an average of 50 percent... I've got 2 years to get a first pray for me I'm going to work extremely hard to recieve them grades

[@nusrayusuf9174]

OMG THE JEBENA (coffee maker )IN the background! Are u Ethiopian?

[@MysterieswithPippa]

I loved your video! Just a quick tip regarding critical analysis: it's not always about being CRITICAL in the sense that you mention limitations or fight it against another theory. Critical isn't always negative, you can critically evaluate a theory and deduce that it is working and is a great theory! and I think its a huge jump in grade boundaries to understand this. Simply saying : (e.g., “Ray et al (2015) criticised this theory.”). Is just a statement and while it appears critical analysis, it isn't. Critical analysis is going that step further and basing your evaluation on evidence. A real critical sentence is like: (e.g., “Ray et al (2015) showed that recall was worse in x condition, which supports/refutes theory Y because of xyz.”). - Masters in Psychology.

[@humakhan3892]

Yes I agree, I study undergrad Psychology and I believe this works best!!!

[@Avianacybersecurity]

Thanks!

[@bonbon2334]

Agree, also let’s acknowledge that Dr Yonis got her a PhD at 25 yrs old! Not an easy task....

[@MysterieswithPippa]

@@bonbon2334 I completely agree! But also just stating something she didn’t mention regarding critical analysis which is so so important. Critical analysis isn’t about being negative :)

[@misswiktoria]

Thank you so much. This summed it up perfectly in a way I can understand :)

[@tunvijoshi2380]

I applied your tips to my first uni essay and got a 1st!! Thank you so much!!

[@DrAminaYonis]

Well done you!

[@HM-lj7rb]

I got 85% on my essay thanks to this!!! Thank you! ❤️ xx

[@mjx4082]

Hannah May well done x

[@HM-lj7rb]

Mad Julie X thank you! 😌

[@jamilaaali9127]

No way amazing 🤗

[@Bluecloudxxx]

Omg, well done! I'm so happy for you!

[@DrAminaYonis]

well done you!

[@davvyross3661]

Hello, I want to say thankyou for your videos on academic essay writing. I have just turned 40 and am currently halfway through my training as a Family Therapist. While I have passed all my essays, I have only ever received marks in the high 40's and I have felt very challenged indeed by the academic aspect of my course and due to never having attended University previously, I have also felt very insecure about my ability to grasp even the fundamentals of essay planning and writing. However, after watching this video only a couple of days ago, something has clicked for me. This 17 minute video has been of more help to me than anything or anyone else in the last 2 years, and you have been able to explain things in a way that has made it very easy for me to understand what I need to do to improve my writing. Sorry to be so cheesy, but I thought I should let you know how much of a confidence boost your video has provided me! Thankyou!

[@DrAminaYonis]

Ah, that's amazing! Such a nice thing to hear, I'm glad you could take something away from this video Dave. I can imagine it being stressful and overwhelming to return to education after such a long time out of formal studies. If you do need further help or proofreading, please e-mail me at [e-mail] and I can help you further there!

[@davvyross3661]

Dr Amina Yonis thankyou...I may just send you my final essay in a couple of months...thankyou again x

[@queentayab1336]

Good on ya mate

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

@@davvyross3661 I struggle with writing and it is my biggest insecurity.

[@sheyf7562]

Hi@@davvyross3661 i could relate your struggles as im the same place right now as you were. Return to formal Universisty studies at this age is very much daunting. I'v just started Bsc. Psychology and studying as an online student is also feels very insecure. My exposure to academic writing, specially essay writing is very low, and im here to on 2nd module is for essay writing. I have no clue what to do with the assessment. Dont know whom to turn to. Not much of help. Could you let me know how you gain confidence into essay writing.

[@bobsblackwell3594]

Came back here to say thank you - I’m a Masters student and you helped me stay focused and achieve 92% in Critical Disability Studies. I was averaging 84 before so thanks for helping me just take it up a notch. Xx

[@rubywray1808]

This was genuinely so good, so clear and easy to understand. I didn't get the feedback I was expecting on my last essay, but hopefully now I can push my academic writing even futher and video has given me a clear idea on how to do that. Thank you SO MUCH!!

[@annabellasteph3921]

You’ve literally helped me so much with this couldn’t be more grateful (adult nurse student 2nd year)

[@KabsatLa7am]

جزاك الله اختي أمينه 🙏🏼 I’m about to write my first essay for my masters degree and you have been a great help! May Allah bless you sister💗

[@samansalih6013]

I’ve watched a lot of essay videos for University and yours is THE BEST! I start my first year this September

[@PLAZMOHD]

Thank you fot such a great video, this year I am entering into my 3rd year of business and management and this is honestly one of the most informative tutorials on academic writing I've seen. Good luck to everyone else in their studies!! :D hopefully we all get 2.1 or above :) or whatever you are aiming for! You got this, time to work hard! :D

[@faizaxx1767]

Yessss OMG thanks Amina I’m basically second year English student and started the year with 60s and was messaging my friend like help me get pass 60ss 😂😂😂😂😂😂 this is spot on ❤️❤️ girl if these 70s starting showing up I’m going to thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@DrAminaYonis]

Yeah, it's so hard to come out of the 60s. I was stuck in the 60s for the whole of my first and second year. It's really all about being critical in your analysis and providing original thought! Let me know if you get a 70, we'll celebrate together x

[@ramlahali6882]

can you help me with my essay ? I'm in the 50s ahhh

[@notwithoutpizza4702]

hey! how did things go?

[@noorhassan4361]

@@ramlahali6882 Use Monash university how to write an essay guide online Then follow their guide to writing an essay

[@rangochu2713]

How did you do ;)

[@roset4430]

Amina this is soooo useful, thank you for making this! These types of videos are incredibly inspiring and motivating, you are a great role model for us women in education. Much blessings x

[@jemesataletawa4501]

How did I miss this video????? I have found it challenging to jump from descriptive to critical writing, but you have just explained it beautifully in simple terms, that has helped my understanding from 0 to 100. Thank you for giving back and sharing your knowledge.

[@rahimamalik2080]

In my final semester of my final year and all my assignments, dissertations and exams are so so soon. Thank you for this helpful video🙂

[@jakepasea5598]

Thanks for clearly identifying what is required. It helps me plan out how I can use lectures and my spare time effectively!

[@carnationgibbongaming6032]

I really liked the fact that you always prioritize the criticism and opinion in essays, in find it sometimes hard to find in students.

[@amaalfarah4646]

Hii, I'm in year 12 and for an extra award I had to do a university assignment on criminology and I had no idea how to write the essay at all and through using the tips in this video I got a first at 75% so thank youuuu soooooooo muchhh!

[@carolinequinn4191]

Thank you so much. I was struggling to link ideas on my first university essay, but your examples on how to think critically was a lifesaver.

[@alicechege700]

This is my greatest problem. How do you even get the theories. For me I get the point, support it and conclude

[@ip3931]

I aspire to become at least 25% as well rounded a winner as you are, Dr Amina!

[@ayesham2329]

Wow this helped a lot!! I can’t thank you enough! It’s my first year in uni and this is exactly what I needed to know so thank you ❤️

[@simsationelle]

hoping to start uni in september and im binging your videos because i really want to do well

[@milanpop16]

me too! haha good luck

[@gambianfatou9250]

Been watching your videos for months now but this the one that made me subscribe! Highly relevant and not only to students but for the working class as well...thank you so much for sharing.

[@krystadaniels8272]

My actual lord and saviour

[@DrAminaYonis]

Aw, I'm so glad! Hope you scored well :)

[@ip2489]

I wish I'd known all of this years ago! It's too late for me! You kids are so lucky!

[@ayyylmao8434]

This is amazing sis - legit sat down today to write my first uni essay. Thank you!

[@merlenelobban5172]

Thank u, just came across your video, I am in my second year, and I am definitely looking to to improve my grades this year.

[@jamie7374]

I just want to say thank you for this! this will help me soo much. Student Nurse here going into my second year and in my first year I've been getting between 60% - 66% on my essays. I will be taking all this information for my second year assignments. Keep up the good work!

[@justsvrjox5013]

This video has saved my degree! :D

[@DrAminaYonis]

Woooo!

[@NajmaIsak]

So helpful!! I appreciate you for taking the time out to produce such a well laid-out video x :)

[@char12322]

Wow, thank you so much! You’ve made me excited to essay write, I had no clue where to start. God bless you ❤️

[@faizaxx1767]

Omg you going to do a video on Harvard referencing 🙏🙏🙏 I’m so blessed ❤️❤️ I’m actually crying happy tears ❤️ thanks so much Amina love you so much ❤️❤️

[@DrAminaYonis]

Yesss, it will be out next week!

[@Dr.Nellah]

Yesss to the new office, loving the aesthetics. and great video as usual!

[@mindlifeheart2906]

Thank you for this. I am returning to school and this really broadened my understanding. Will keep following.

[@roblemaer4834]

A wonderful pointer on how to write an essay methodically. I revisit this lesson to use it as a checklist.

[@learntospeakamharic8323]

Hello Dr Amina, This is very intersting and timely as I am just about to write a 4000 +/- 20% word Essay. Thaaaaaaaaaank You!!!! Hey I like your new home office especially the Jebena❤️ behind you!!!!😂😂😂

[@LittleMissJosephine]

this really helped me with my work. I'm half way through my work and finally have ideas on how to aim for that first.

[@franciscagyesaw2377]

why am i finding you now? you are amazing

[@scotishtaffy]

You have actual explained it in very supply terms, by showing your text in yellow & green I know understand how to create an academic argument . Thank you so much

[@nailworx6593]

Light bulb moment when you described being critical....I really wasnt understand that untill now so thank you !!

[@jackmartin5839]

Thank you for this video!! It made me think about things i wouldn't have considered when gathering research in critical analysing and the limitations :)

[@bonpops]

Thank you! This video is immensely helpful and thorough.

[@kateg9276]

A really good, explanatory video,thank you Amina!

[@shay4sag760]

Very informative. Thanks you very much !

[@uptownt2374]

I was a student in 3rd territory before I watched your videos. After watching and taking a lot of notes I will now be graduating with a 2:1!!!! Thank you ❤️

[@sophierosieposie5098]

Thank you so much, this was such a helpful explanation as to how university essays are assessed. I hope I do well on my first essay starting uni!

[@irmalair1]

Thanks for the great tips!! Explained really clearly! 💕💕💕

[@philly111]

Thank you for this video, much appreciated!

[@Cynthia-kp2le]

I am a native Italian. Really, thank you for this amazing video!

[@mavica866]

Your videos are so useful and well explained. Thank you!

[@timothymcaliley6338]

Taking EXPO 34 at Harvard Ext this Summer - these videos are extremely helpful

[@2.0_two5]

This really put the rubric in perspective! thank you :)

[@LAILAUMUTONI20]

I needed this as am trying to be ready for IELTS, thanks

[@DrAminaYonis]

Aww, GOOD LUCK, you can do it!

[@LAILAUMUTONI20]

In shaa Allah

[@ellab4380]

I thank God my friend sent me your video. I’m in need of assistance for my last assignments 🥲🥲🥲🥲

[@Babychicken_22]

This is amazing I love you THANK YOUU😭❤️

[@monikamakuszynska9349]

I love your advices, I wish I have come across your work before. :-) Final year student.

[@aminaaa1409]

Super useful content, love it!

[@user-qg4bm4oq3o]

Wow Amina! This video was so useful... thanks soooo muchhh

[@ip2489]

You have amazing style Doc!

[@sammytw1129]

Really helpful, thanks !!

[@samarelsilmani]

Thank you so much ❤ it was so helpful 👍

[@elizabethandrebecca2142]

This is very inspiring, thank you for this video.

[@loveu4evermary]

My two assignments are due on the same day. I'm in my masters and I'm definitely going to use your points. I want a merit or higher in both assignments. I'm really terrified of the Turnit software. Kind of have to since I'm an international student

[@nelliako510]

thank you a lot!! this has really helped:)

[@Snipersounds]

Thank you Dr! Great video!

[@sandeepathwal4188]

Doc I love ya work... Jus stumbled upon ya channel at the start of semester 2....late January early February & found ya info 💥🎯 & so useful. I made use of the stuff you said & scored better in this last round of assignment,. only jus missing out on a First. As I got 67%, 66%, 68% & 68% .! Not sure how it works 4 everyone else but @ 🐺 university it's; 70%+ = First 60-69% = 2.1 50-59% = 2.2 40-49% = 3rd 35-39%=PASS ...this year ONLY, AS IT WAS ALL 100% ONLINE, WE WER GIVEN AN XTRA 5% Lee-Way as in the past 39% was a fail. This year they have told us...you don't av to retake if you got 35% or above.!

[@precious-fj7ch]

Thank you so much Dr amina, l went from a 13/25 course work and l got a 2.1..... it was obviously impossible if l had not refered to your video l was likely destined for a 3 at most lf l had passed with my own ability of an F

[@shahinahasan5311]

It's really very useful and helpful thank you soooooo much...🥰🥰

[@glorytafamel3846]

Thanks for your video, please I really want to Learn more.

[@abusharma9221]

Always you talk critically sis thank for your advising sis

[@fatuhahmad2423]

I don't need to watch the whole to be in love with you sisy. Ma sha allah, may Allah bless you. ❣

[@DrAminaYonis]

Aww stop! Thank you

[@fatuhahmad2423]

Ameen, thank you so much sisy. ❤❣❤

[@zv54]

Good Morning Dr Amina. You always look so chic and beautiful by the way! I'm a mature Business uni student (part time) but I'm really struggling with everything and despite asking the tutors and pastoral, I haven't had any support. Basically I have so many queries but what I'd like to ask for now is how can I choose a good topic for an academic essay with a 2,500 word limit? I would be so grateful for any advice as I'm nearing the deadline and still not managed to choose. I've searched on the Internet but it's only left me further baffled. I don't have enough work nor life experience despite my age so there is nothing interesting I can draw upon and I'm really dumb, isolated and unproductive. I need to make a good impression. I'm typing through sleep deprivation and long term illness so I apologise for any errors. It's taken me ages even just to type this. Thanks in advance.

[@DrAminaYonis]

Please e-mail me at [e-mail] and I can help you further there.

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[@simranganesh1244]

Thanks a lot this really help

[@hadjer_m]

Excellent video thank you very much indeed

[@hamzawaine8427]

Hi I’m a second year psychology student. For me essays I’ve never gotten anything higher than a 68 in first yr. In second year I’ve dropped slightly to a 2:2. I want to aim for a first but am still struggling about what I need to do. I do a lot of reading but still want to know what I can do to push me writing to a first. What can I do to improve my writing.I keep hearing like more critical thinking. Originality of thought etc but don’t know what they mean

[@SVG1984]

I'm the same Hamza! Just finished 2nd year Psychology and always work hard but struggle to know what they want for a first! Highest essay grade I received was 68! However looking at these I believe it is based on my critical evaluation

[@sami86don]

Thanks Dr, mind sharing a tip, how to find the right reference for your topic? There is no video available for this purpose yet.

[@urbanhyena4063]

I have many experiences of receiving higher marks when I have had a good relationship with the person marking the essay. The times when I had an awkward relationship with the person marking the essay, my results were significantly lower. I have put in the same effort in both situations. This upsets me. What's that about?

[@dolphinhair]

yes same just build a good relationship with the lecture and she/he will be more lieniet

[@dudessjoddie]

University work gets marked twice (as in by more than one person) deliberately for this reason so it’s just a coincidence.

[@carlienaholder6449]

@@dudessjoddie yes a second marker

[@luciachao8574]

isn't its anonymous when submitting?

[@urbanhyena4063]

@@luciachao8574 it's not anonymous. One time I purposely didn't write my name on a research proposal and the marker left stern notes asking why I left my name out.

[@DeboraLMartinez]

I agree I have a office and a guess room with no guess

[@thalblankson4002]

I love essays they are amazing and so fun.

[@inasinass125]

Thank you Million

[@Amelia-kw9om]

thank you so much!

[@georginadawson2094]

When you wrote the critical point at the end of the para do you only do it at the end of each para of after every piece of evidence in each para? For example if you use three theorists in your para do you have to write a critical point for each? Also do you have any advice on how to structure a ‘To what extent’ question? I only got 52 on my recent one and I don’t understand how to be critical in this type of question? Thankyou!!! Xxxxx

[@DrDinooshDeLivera]

Thank you!

[@sallybert8565]

Hi Amina, thanks for your great videos. Would you be able to do some videos on how to get good mark on reflective essay please? I would appreciate any tips and advice. Thank you very much for your kindness. Best wishes.😊

[@LAILAUMUTONI20]

Yes to the tourrrrr

[@DrAminaYonis]

Okayyyy! Will be out next week!

[@tadiwa9297]

Thank youu 🤩

[@MrApplewine]

Statistically, a 2:1 means you graduated in the top 80% of your class, which is a positive standing. However, in the United States to get a positive standing you have to get a 3.0 or higher, which is a much smaller percentage than the top 80%. It is closer to the top 30% or 40%. That is a huge difference. I actually think some more objective standard should be used so everyone can get a positive standing, though it may take some more work or time than others. I would suggest we refuse to grant the degree for those who would not have a positive standing and let them retake a course to replace the grade. If it is really about what you have learned and not prestige, then it shouldn't matter. If something is necessary to make a person stand out then another method should be used such as a standardized test or personal projects.

[@reigndeerfox8898]

Thank you😘❤️

[@thalblankson4002]

I always get an A on my essays for my classes. All I do is write essays in college because my major is international studies and Chinese studies. I am double majoring.

[@maxsmith5931]

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[@alawayehuzenat3876]

jazakumullahu khairan. Quick question yh, when you put in your own thoughts of the limitation of the writer or how you think the test should have been done, do you also have to reference that?

[@njambiwagikonyo2732]

loved it

[@MsDeenilislam]

I have a question Amina, When writing a critical essay is it worth noting the study limitatiojns of research you come across?

[@zizipi]

yas! room tour plz!

[@jkcentral9257]

hi, thanks for video, I wanted to ask, do we critically analyse if even the essay question does not want us to?

[@aymenmalik6752]

Quality content

[@omgitsnishaaa]

hi, where do you find proof readers? i’m doing distance learning and i feel like i’m getting 0 support from my tutor. 🤧

[@DrAminaYonis]

I am a professional proofreader, please e-mail me Please email me at [e-mail] and I can help you further there :)

[@yasminpukhtana1365]

@@DrAminaYonis Hi Dr Amina, I have emailed you and you havnt responded yet 😔

[@GG-jv1vp]

Can you please give examples of a range of sources?

[@amalmahamoud1715]

Please could you show a tutorial on havard referencing

[@DrAminaYonis]

I already have a video on my channel on this!