Library Guide
Well trained and dedicated library staff is always on hand to provide the users with tailor-made services including among others, orientation for new users, reference service, inter-library loan service, and training on information literacy skills. This ensures that the user’s BIUST library experience contributes to lifelong learning.
Referencing
Why is citing important?
When referring to other people’s work in ones writing, correct citations should be included to:
- Avoid committing plagiarism,
- Avoid breaking copyright law, and
- Allow readers to find and read one’s sources of information.
Choosing a Referencing Style
Using the Library
About the Library
When selecting a referencing style it is prudent to use the referencing style recommended by lecturer for ones assignment. If they have not specified style APA 6th is recommended, widely used style.
How to use a Referencing Style
Reference Management Software
If you are writing a longer assignment or thesis, you should consider using reference management software applications which are available through the following links:
EndNote
RefWorks
Please contact your Subject Librarian for further details
You can also search our knowledge base from the following points:
- BiustCat
- A-Z e-journals and databases
- Google Scholar
- Exam Papers