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EXPERT ACADEMIC AND CORPORATE EDITING
Clarity – Precision – Professionalism

I am Dr Linda Scott, a professional language practitioner with extensive experience in academic and corporate editing. I work with postgraduate students, academics and institutions across South Africa and internationally to ensure that written work meets the highest standards of language and presentation.

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QUALIFICATIONS

PhD in Languages and Literature (Language Practice), North-West University

Thesis: “Decolonising academic texts in South African higher education: Publishing and editing strategies”

Master’s in Intercultural Communication, Stellenbosch University
BA Honours in Language Practice, North-West University
(Editing, Theory of Language, Subtitling and Audio Description, Film Studies)
Advanced Certificate in Education (Mathematics), North-West University
National Professional Diploma in Education (English and Mathematics), North-West University

PROFESSIONAL BODIES:

I am a:

Member of the Professional Editors’ Guild (PEG)

Registered member of South African Council of Educators (SACE)

SETA certified assessor

SETA certified moderator.

I am listed on several university databases as a preferred editor.

SERVICES OFFERED

Academic editing – dissertations, theses, journal articles, proposals, research reports
Corporate editing – reports, policy documents, manuals, communication materials

I provide an editing certificate confirming that your document has been professionally edited—often required for postgraduate submissions.

Let your writing reflect your ideas with clarity and confidence.

WHY CHOOSE ME

PhD in Language Practice with a focus on academic editing and decolonial communication
Specialist in academic and multilingual editing, with deep insight into linguistics
Skilled in clarity, tone, and structure—not just grammar
Trusted by universities and researchers across South Africa and beyond

Editing certificate provided on request

Every document is handled with care, rigour, and confidentiality.

Editing that supports your ideas—clearly and credibly.