MyUni Library Essentials includes a section on Researching. Follow the link below to learn how to plan a search strategy and conduct your search. (You need to log in to Canvas to access the link.)
Please follow the link to self-enrol on MyUni Library Essentials if you have not accessed the course before.
Keywords
Getting more results
Getting fewer results
Critically appraising your sources is a crucial element of any literature search. You need to consider is your sources are:
Ask yourself the following questions about the information you have found.
Who?
When?
What sort of information?
Centre for Academic Success
From help with structuring and writing assignments, to support with maths and stats, the Centre for Academic Success can help you. Click on the link below to find out more about their services:
Use Sage Research Methods to learn about different research methods, find case studies and use statistical resources.
Content
Access to hundreds of ebooks on research methods and methodology. There are also podcasts and videos to explain some concepts.
Tools
There are a number of tools to help you with your research project or dissertation:
There are AI tools that can help you with your research. You will need to use your judgement to review the information they find as these tools are not always reliable. They should be used alongside more traditional literature searching techniques.
Remember you must use AI tools responsibly. As a general rule, you should say if you have used AI to help with your research and how you have used it. You should not use AI to write any parts of your assignment; submitted work should be original. Check for guidance on AI use in your module handbooks and assignment briefs. Please read the University's policy on AI use and Academic Misconduct.