Through the library, you can access a vast collection of books, ebooks, databases, dissertations, past exam papers, and more.
This page will provide a quick overview of how you can access some of them.
Make sure to check your module reading list first to find your lecturer's recommendations and core materials.
How do I login?
You can use your Moodle login to access library resources and databases.
Collections Guide
You can find more about each library resource, as well as how to find newspapers, audio visual materials and equipment, policies and so much more in our Collections Guide.
You can find these resources either by using the search bar on the homepage or by going directly to our Resources menu. Both pathways will take you to EBSCO Discovery Service (EDS), where you can search for all the articles, journals, newspapers, magazines, and other materials that the library has access to.
If you are starting your research and want to find materials related to your topic, remember to use relevant keywords. The more specific these are, the more chances you will be able to find relevant articles for your research.
Find out more by watching the EDS video tutorial or read our guide on how to search databases.
When trying to search for these resources, you can use the search bar on the homepage or go directly to our catalogue.
Avoid searching for long titles and adding punctuation. Instead, try using part of the title and the surname of one of the authors.
When looking for...
Cottrell, Stella., 2023. Critical thinking skills : effective analysis, argument and reflection. 4th.Bloomsbury Academic.
Search for...
critical thinking cottrell
Below is an example of the type of record you will find in the catalogue. If you are interested in the physical book, take note of the loan status, call number, and shelf location so that you can find it in the library.
When an eBook version is available, it will be shown under the books details. Click the eBook link and use your Moodle password to access it.
You can access the full databases list here.
To find the most useful database for you, filter the list of databases by:
If you want find a specific database e.g. Westlaw or IEEE Xplorer, use the search bar below.
Since 2008 all exam papers are available via Moodle.
Theses can be found on DBS eSource, our open-access institutional repository. It contains the full-text dissertations, articles, book chapters, and conference papers from DBS staff and students.
It would be considered best practice not to cite directly from a thesis but rather you can comb through the references list at the end of the thesis to see if any of the sources used are suitable sources for your research. The reason you are advised not to cite theses directly is that theses are not peer- reviewed. Generally, the sources you use in your dissertation should be peer reviewed.