Becoming information literate is an important part of your University experience.
Information Literacy is the ability to find, use and evaluate information. These skills will enable you to produce better academic work, can be used in everyday life and will be valuable in increasing employment opportunities.
The resources in this guide can help improve your information literacy skills. If you require more help we encourage you to make an appointment with your Faculty Librarian.
Doing your research project : a guide for first-time researchers. 7th ed. by 
How to Write for University by 
The Postgraduate Research Handbook by 
The study skills handbook. 5th ed. by
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Welcome to the Library's guide to the research process. This guide is designed to help you search for a wide range of information resources that are essential to your studies. Use the tabs to navigate the guide.