Below is a list of resources we have available within the Library.
Databases
Databases are indexes which enable you to search for articles within journals. Many also provide abstracts of the articles.
Electronic Books
The Library buys books in electronic format whenever possible. All of them can be read on any computer which is connected to the Internet and many can also be downloaded for a period of time to laptops, tablets, and other devices for reading offline. You can find ebooks through Library Search and on the publishers' websites. For further information on ebooks see the LibGuide.
Electronic Dictionaries and Encyclopedias
Some key reference works are also available online.
Full list of electronic dictionaries
Journals and eJournals
Journals (or periodicals) are held in all of the University libraries and an increasing number are available electronically both on and off campus.
Official Publications
Government publications from Scotland, the UK, Europe and the rest of the World are covered by the Official Publications LibGuide.
Online Newspapers
Referencing Resources
- Cite Them Right Online is a digital resource designed to help students with referencing.
- EndNote is a personal bibliographical database, which you can use to store your collection of references. Our guide shows how you can search the major databases and import records to your EndNote library.