4. the first-class formula: 3 things every psychology essay needs

in this episode, i unpack what it really takes to write a first-class psychology essay. you'll learn how to build a strong line of argument, craft clear paragraphs, critically engage with research, and avoid common pitfalls. i also share time-saving tips - like how to pull gold from study discussion sections, leverage ai to spark ideas, and speed up citations. if you're a psychology student looking to boost your essay marks, this episode is packed with everything you need.

links mentioned:

google scholar - https://scholar.google.com/

chatgpt - https://chatgpt.com/

scribbr - https://www.scribbr.com/citation/generator/

timestamps:

00:00 intro

00:32 understanding essay challenges

01:44 key elements for a first-class essay

03:11 mastering essay structure

07:25 achieving clarity in writing

11:58 critical thinking and evidence

18:03 diversifying your critiques

22:06 bonus hacks for efficiency

27:57 conclusion and final tips