This is a short video which is intended for those who find themselves worrying about undertaking an essay assessment. Perhaps it is not the type of assessment that you happen to be used to, or perhaps it is going to be the first essay you’ve written at university. Writing essays can be quite daunting, but if you stop to think about the basics, then hopefully it will not seem so intimidating. This short video will help you think briefly about the basic elements of an essay.