A B C D E F G H I J L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z
Read about why we need an editorial style guide.
Effect or affect
The Collins English Dictionary website gives a .
e.g.
Avoid using e.g.. Use ‘for example’, ‘such as’, ‘including’ or ‘like’ instead.
Ellipsis
You can use ellipses to show that text is missing, usually from a quotation. If a quote is too long, an ellipsis can be used instead of unnecessary words.
Spaces or brackets either side of the ellipsis aren't needed, as in the example:
- 'Speaking about the project, Dr Clegg said: "We are looking forward to working with Age UK to discover...and develop meaningful recommendations".'
Email addresses
Write email addresses in lower case.
When an email address ends in a sentence, do not follow it with a full stop as it could obstruct users copying the address, for example:
- For more information, you can contact a.n.other@bath.ac.uk
Enterprise
At the University, we define 'Enterprise' as the subset of innovation concerned with creating value through ventures and commercialisation, including startups (student or otherwise), spinouts, and new business models. See, also, 'Innovation'.
Erasmus+ programmes
Use 'Erasmus+ programmes' in all instances, not 'Erasmus programmes' without the plus sign.
In September 2021, the UK replaced the Erasmus+ programmes with .
etc.
Avoid using etc. Use 'and so on' instead.
Ethnicity
We no longer use the term 'Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic' (BAME) at the University.
Instead, all members of our community should use specific (or expanded) ethnic group categorisations that align with .
The term 'ethnic minority groups' is acceptable, but only in instances when the use of specific ethnic categorisations is not possible.
For more information, read our guidance on the categorisation of ethnicity.
Exclamation marks
Do not use exclamation marks as they can make text sound unprofessional or too casual.