Language Editing

The Science Editor will polish your writing to make it clear, concise and have the maximum impact.

Language editing services are available for articles, theses, grant applications, manuscripts and books. Dr Grimshaw will not only correct any errors in your text, but will also improve the overall flow, structure and clarity of your work, making it more compelling and easier to understand.

The Science Editor's language editing service is priced competitively compared to many academic editing companies as you're dealing directly with The Science Editor. You'll know who your language editor is and if your manuscript or text goes through several rounds of editing, The Science Editor will still be there for your project.

With extensive experience in language editing in a huge number of fields, The Science Editor can expertly edit documents in most scientific fields, as well as in economics and finance.

What does language editing include?

The Science Editor's language editing services include:

• Proofreading to find and correct typos and grammatical errors
• Revising sentences and paragraphs to improve readability and conciseness
• Improving the flow and content to make the text coherent and understandable

Additional formatting options, including references, are also available.

What types of document can The Science Editor edit?

The Science Editor can edit almost any type of document including:
• Theses
• Manuscripts
• Grant applications
• Magazine and blog articles
• Books

What fields can The Science Editor edit?

The Science Editor's language-editing services are suitable for most fields. The only major exceptions are the fields of mathematics and programming. The Science Editor's areas of expertise include:
• Biology and chemistry
• Medicine, surgery and dentistry
• Environmental sciences
• Economics and finance

Language editing price

Editing is priced per word and the cost depends on the length of the text and the level of editing required. All prices are in AU$.

<1K words                    $38 per 1000 words
1–5K words                   $32 per 1000 words
>5K words                    $28 per 1000 words

For a science language editing quote, please contact The Science Editor and let us know the following:

• Title of document
• Type of document – e.g. thesis, manuscript, grant application
• Field and topic
• Length (no. of words)
• UK or USA English
• Excluded sections – e.g. references, tables
• Formatting requirements or target journal (extra charges may apply)

You may also send us the document to be assessed before editing if you'd prefer.

We'll get back to you as soon as we can with the cost and the expected turnaround time.