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EndNote (Reference Management Software)
EndNote is reference management software. You can store reference details, and then if using Microsoft Word you can insert citations into your work and it will automatically format the reference list at the end. This guide has more information on EndNote and how to access it. Skills Hub webinars are available, or contact your Liaison Librarian for more advice.
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Cite Them Right Online
Based on the best-selling book, this is a comprehensive online guide to referencing almost anything you will come across in the course of your studies or research.
Includes citing and referencing tips and guidance and gives examples in Harvard, APA, MLA, OSCOLA and Vancouver styles.
It can be used on it's own or in conjunction with EndNote. The Harvard style shown matches the 'Harvard HWU Cite Them Right' style in EndNote.
Always check your School or course guidelines to see if there is a preferred style.
Reference Management Software
EndNote is reference management software. You can store reference details, and then if using Microsoft Word you can insert citations into your work and it will automatically format the reference list at the end. This guide has more information on EndNote and how to access it. Skills Hub webinars are available, or contact your Liaison Librarian for more advice.
