Science Communication Article Writing Guide

Stuck for ideas or need some support with writing your article? We’ve got you covered!

 
 

Step 1: Find an Article Idea

Brainstorm your own idea, or pick one of the ones below from the Youth STEM Matters Team!

 

Step 2: Pick an Article Style

Choose one of our 6 article styles to tell your story, your way.

Feature

Take a deep dive into a local or global issue you want to highlight, and provide fresh insights

Perspective

Have your say on the world's
biggest challenges⁠

Case Study

Experience

Highlight people, events or organisations tackling local and global issues through STEM⁠

Help others by sharing a
reflection on your experience of getting involved in STEM⁠

News

Interview

Report on recent STEM events or breakthroughs⁠

Speak to someone who is making
a difference through STEM⁠

Step 3: Plan Your Article

A good plan is an important step towards an impactful and engaging article! Download a copy of our Science Communication Article Planning Sheet to help you think through your article’s purpose & audience, and create an outline of your article structure!

Step 4: Write Your Article

Now it’s time to write your article! Be sure to follow our Submission Guidelines, and here’s our top tips for writing a great article, while enjoying the writing process…

  • ✅ Always try to use a range of reliable evidence-based and trusted sources to back up your points

  • ✅ Think about the issue from all angles - how does it impact people, the planet and the economy? What are the pros and cons? What are the wider implications of the solution?

  • ✅ If you’re writing as part of a group, it can be easier to write a section each, but make sure you also have someone joining everything together so your article is consistent and coherent

  • ✅ Keep a list of the sources you use as you go, so you can easily compile your reference list at the end

  • ✅ Talk to people impacted by the issue, and include their voices in your article

  • ✅ Writer’s block? Remember you don’t need to write your entire article in one go - taking a step away can help you find new ideas!

  • ✅ Add copyright free images to your article to engage the reader

Step 5: Submit Your Article

Submit by Sunday 31st March, 5pm BST