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  • Christmas Vacation Information
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  • Can I request items?
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  • How do I find resources?
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  • How do I access library eresources?
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  • Why do I need to reference?
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  • How do I print?
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    • Print, Copy, Scan
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  • Is there any information on digital learning aimed at students?
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  • How do I use self check-In / check-out when I book a study space?
    Last Updated: Jul 16, 2025 | Topics:
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  • How do I book a Library Study Space, Group Room or Study Pod?
    Last Updated: Jul 16, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Should I use APA 7th edition?
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  • Is there a user guide to the Library?
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  • Do I need to book a study space in the Library or can I just turn up on the day?
    Last Updated: Jul 16, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Where can I get help with wellbeing?
    Last Updated: Jul 16, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Are digital library resources available overseas?
    Last Updated: Jul 14, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Teach
    |     Views: 392
  • What is myLibrary Account and how do I access it?
    Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Is there information on Library sites and spaces?
    Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Is there a video tutorial or a guide to using the Nexis database?
    Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025 | Topics:
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  • I can't place a request - why?
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  • My book has been recalled - what does this mean?
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  • GDPR
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  • How can I alert campus security in an emergency, is there a mobile app I can download?
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Does the library have guidance on creative commons, I need to reference an image?
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  • Can I access the Library before I am fully registered or have a UCard?
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  • How do I avoid self-plagiarism?
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Referencing and Reference Management
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  • Can ChatGPT, or other AI tools, produce genuine references that I can cite in my assignment?
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Library Support
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  • Where do I search for academic information for my course and research?
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
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  • How do I reference generative AI (GenAI) outputs?
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
    • AI Generative Tools
    • Library Support
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  • Currently which generative AI (GenAI) tools are recommended for use at the University?
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Where is the library map collection?
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Subject Guides
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  • How do I borrow a book?
    Last Updated: Jul 02, 2025 | Topics:
    • Lending Services
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  • Is there any Library guidance on how to use generative AI (GenAI)?
    Last Updated: Jul 01, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Know your study spaces and study safely
    Last Updated: Jul 01, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Can I donate material to the University Library?
    Last Updated: Apr 09, 2025 | Topics:
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  • What is plagiarism and how can I find out more?
    Last Updated: Mar 10, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Referencing and Reference Management
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  • How can I get access to Standards? Are they available online?
    Last Updated: Feb 21, 2025 | Topics:
    • Databases
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  • How do I borrow and return books?
    Last Updated: Feb 11, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Can I borrow a laptop?
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  • Do I need my UCard to access library resources?
    Last Updated: Feb 11, 2025 | Topics:
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  • I no longer need my pre-booked study space or group room - how do I cancel my booking?
    Last Updated: Feb 11, 2025 | Topics:
    • Bookable Spaces
    • Library Support
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  • I'm having problems with ProQuest eBooks in Adobe Digital Editions on my iPad? What should I do?
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  • What should I do if I want to take a break from studying when I'm in the Library?
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  • Where can I study in a silent environment?
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  • How can I export references from StarPlus to reference management software?
    Last Updated: Jan 23, 2025 | Topics:
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    • StarPlus Help
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  • Can I get online help with literature searching?
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    • Studying remotely
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  • How can the library support my studying if I have a disability?
    Last Updated: Jan 14, 2025 | Topics:
    • Inclusive Learning
    • Library Support
    • Studying remotely
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  • Is there a video tutorial for Google Scholar?
    Last Updated: Dec 16, 2024 | Topics:
    • Databases
    • Library Support
    • Research Skills and Critical Thinking
    |     Views: 264
  • Library sites and opening times.
    Last Updated: Nov 12, 2024 | Topics:
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    • Library Sites
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    |     Views: 795
  • How do I update my personal details?
    Last Updated: Oct 31, 2024 | Topics:
    • Library Account
    • Library Support
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  • I have lost or damaged a book - what do I need to do?
    Last Updated: Oct 31, 2024 | Topics:
    • Library Account
    • Library Support
    |     Views: 993
  • Is there a library guide for my course?
    Last Updated: Oct 22, 2024 | Topics:
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    • Subject Guides
    |     Views: 810
  • What are the simple search functions in StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Jul 16, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
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  • Can I request items?
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    • Requests
    • StarPlus Help
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  • How do I log in to StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Oct 31, 2024 | Topics:
    • Library Account
    • StarPlus Help
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  • What is StarPlus?
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  • I can't find a resource in StarPlus - what can I do?
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  • How do I access myLibrary Account?
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    • StarPlus Help
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  • How do I search for a specific book, article, or journal on StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Sep 25, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
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  • How do I find resources?
    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025 | Topics:
    • Library Support
    • Requests
    • StarPlus Help
    |     Views: 1247
  • Is there a video tutorial for StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025 | Topics:
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  • How do I physically find an item on the shelf?
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    • StarPlus Help
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  • How do I search for eBooks on StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Studying remotely
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  • How do I search for a topic on StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Jan 22, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Does StarPlus have a citation tool?
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    • StarPlus Help
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  • Can I view my search history in StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Jan 23, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
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  • How do I access library eresources?
    Last Updated: Sep 12, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Studying remotely
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  • When should I place a request?
    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025 | Topics:
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  • How do I see the progress of my request or cancel it?
    Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025 | Topics:
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    |     Views: 760
  • How can I view all of the items saved in My Favourites?
    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
    |     Views: 649
  • How do I search using the Advanced Search option?
    Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
    |     Views: 626
  • How do I report an error in StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Jan 28, 2025 | Topics:
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  • Can I save search results I have found in StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
    |     Views: 594
  • How can I export references from StarPlus to reference management software?
    Last Updated: Jan 23, 2025 | Topics:
    • Library Support
    • Referencing and Reference Management
    • StarPlus Help
    |     Views: 536
  • How can I search for the latest material and books in StarPlus?
    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
    |     Views: 502
  • How do I filter and refine StarPlus search results?
    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2025 | Topics:
    • StarPlus Help
    |     Views: 479
  • Can I see a list of the books I have on loan?
    Last Updated: Jan 23, 2025 | Topics:
    • Library Account
    • StarPlus Help
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  • How can I get a DOI for my research outputs?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 1395
  • I am a researcher - how can I access the resources and help I need?
    Last Updated: Mar 15, 2023 | Topics:
    • Research Support
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  • Where can I store my research data?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • IT Support
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 727
  • Where can I get help with a systematic review or literature review?
    Last Updated: Jul 16, 2025 | Topics:
    • Research Skills and Critical Thinking
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 587
  • Can I obtain a DOI for research data that has not yet been published in ORDA?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 484
  • How do I create a Data Management Plan (DMP)?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 465
  • What is ORDA?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 401
  • What is a data availability statement?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
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    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 400
  • What resources do you have to help me manage research data for funded projects?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 341
  • Is it possible to share data privately in ORDA?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 274
  • Is there a way to track citations and online mentions?
    Last Updated: Jul 09, 2025 | Topics:
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 239
  • Where can I find information on Research Data Management?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 217
  • Can I publish my work prior to submission?
    Last Updated: Jul 02, 2025 | Topics:
    • Copyright
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 185
  • Does the Library have skills workshops for Postgraduate Researchers
    Last Updated: Jul 03, 2025 | Topics:
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 175
  • Can I request feedback on my Data Management Plan?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 132
  • I am having problems logging into ORDA. What should I do?
    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 131
  • What is the SafePod and how can I access this?
    Last Updated: Jun 05, 2025 | Topics:
    • Research Data Management
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 39
  • How do I make my journal articles open access?
    Last Updated: Oct 14, 2025 | Topics:
    • Funding
    • Open Access
    • Publishing
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 19
  • Can I apply for funding to pay for open access charges?
    Last Updated: Oct 14, 2025 | Topics:
    • Funding
    • Open Access
    • Publishing
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 18
  • How can I identify untrustworthy or ‘predatory’ publishers?
    Last Updated: Oct 14, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Publishing
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 15
  • How do I make my monographs and book chapters open access?
    Last Updated: Oct 14, 2025 | Topics:
    • Funding
    • Open Access
    • Publishing
    • Research Support
    |     Views: 11
  • Can I post a preprint of my journal article online?
    Last Updated: Oct 14, 2025 | Topics:
    • Open Access
    • Publishing
    • Research Support
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