Category: Studying
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Cosy up with our Christmas 2024 Reading & Resource List The festive season is here, and what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than by exploring the incredible range of Christmas-themed resources at the…
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As the festive season approaches, many international students at the University of Dundee are faced with a familiar question: Should I stay on campus for the holidays or make the journey home? Whether or not you…
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Whether you’re staying in Dundee or heading off to explore other parts of the UK and Ireland, the SCONUL Access scheme is your golden ticket to discovering new libraries, study spaces, and a treasure trove of…
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It’s that time of year again: exam season is upon us! But don’t panic — we’ve got your back. From November 25 to December 8, the Main Library will be open 24/7 to give you all…
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Exams are just around the corner, and while it might feel like the pressure is mounting, don’t worry! With the right strategies, you can prepare effectively and head into your exams with confidence. To help you…
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We’re excited to announce a valuable addition to our library resources: the new Assistive Hardware Collection! With support from Student Funding, Disability Services, and Digital Technology Services (DTS), we’re committed to making the learning experience more…
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Do you want to enhance your research skills and do better in your assignments? Our autumn webinars will guide you through the process of finding, evaluating, and referencing good quality information sources. 5 November Finding information…
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The theme for International Open Access Week 2024 is “Community over Commercialisation”. As part of the Library’s OA Week activities, we asked our research community to tell us about their experience of Open Access. One of…
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A Gentle Reminder: Etiquette and Elegance Allow me to whisk you away to our beloved university library—a sanctuary of knowledge, whispered secrets, and scholarly pursuits. As we walk on its freshly carpeted floors, it’s time to…
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If you’re a student, a prospective applicant, or just someone interested in exploring the University of Dundee, spending a day on campus is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the vibrant university atmosphere. And the…
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Welcome to our University libraries! These spaces are more than just a collection of books – they are vibrant hubs for learning, collaboration, and academic growth. To ensure everyone feels safe, respected, and able to focus,…
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#DJCADDegreeShow Undergraduate dissertations were published by the Library at this year’s Degree Show, giving visitors a new insight into the research behind the exhibits. After being impressed by the standard of writing among this year’s Fine…
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Whether you’re diving into research, looking for a quiet study spot, or just need a cosy place to get some work done, our library is here for you. With four convenient locations, you’ll always have access…
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*Update* 29/07/2024 This project will now start around the middle of August. We will keep you updated. Thank you for your cooperation and support. We are excited to announce that from July 30th/31st, work will commence…
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Over the summer there have been several improvements made to the study environment at Kirkcaldy Campus Library. Perhaps the most noticeable is the addition of the Beveridge Booth at the far end of the library. It…
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Are you an undergraduate or a taught postgraduate student? Planning to dive into some serious studying or research during your summer vacation? Good news! SCONUL has an amazing scheme that allows you to access higher education…
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Soar to Success with the Academic Librarian Team & Academic Skills Centre Taught Postgraduate Students, are you ready to jet set into the world of dissertation writing? The University of Dundee Library and Academic Skills Centre…
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When it comes to navigating academic resources, lecturers play a pivotal role in guiding students towards essential materials. One such tool is the resources list, compiled to support each taught module. So, what happens when students…
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Library Services and DTS are excited to announce a significant improvement to the study space in Wolfson Room 3 in the Main Library. Working with our Campus Services (ECS) partners, we are providing 16 high-specification PCs…
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Library Services welcomes all International students to the University of Dundee and hopes you have a wonderful student experience in Dundee. Explore a world of literature in our ‘International Students’ Book Display’ at Main Library! Two…
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Our newly refurbished top floor is almost finished and ready to open. We want you to be able to access every available study space so we plan to open each section of the floor as it…
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Join our student helpers at the CreateSpace in November and December for some fun-filled workshops on Sewing, 3D Printing, Digital Embroidery, Cricut, and Mayku – Vacuum former. Book your free ticket now via the CreateSpace Events…
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The Main Library in particular is very busy at the moment. To help ease the situation we have opened up extra areas to provide more options for study spaces. In the Main Library the EduZone on…
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This week, 16 – 20 October, is Academic Integrity Week at the university, and Wednesday 18th is the International Day of Action for Academic Integrity. Each year, the International Center for Academic Integrity runs a “day of action“. This year,…
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We are working to bring you an improved study space on the top floor of the Main Library in area 2B, due for completion in November 2023. Some behind the scenes improvements are taking place as…
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Work has been completed to add additional toilets in areas 1A and 2A. During surveys and consultations for the Main Library refurbishment, more toilets came up as a regular request. “Additional toilets would be nice” “More…
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The Main Library Top floor refurbishment is due to start at the end of May, ( see reminder from UEG in 3 – Monday 10 April , and other communications from the LLC to Schools ). …
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Postgraduate research can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it’s not without its challenges. From navigating the demands of academia to managing your personal life, the pressures can take a toll on your mental health and…
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Essays, lab & project reports, presentations, posters, dissertation, thesis , research… – there’s a lot of writing at University. Here are some resources to help you with writing. Help is available from Academic skills ( asc@dundee.ac.uk)…
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Kanopy and Box of Broadcasts (BoB) are both film streaming resources – both have playlists/curated lists for LGBT+ films. Kanopy covers films and documentaries, they have a playlist International LGBT+ STUDIES ; the database is also…
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Kanopy is our latest streaming film resource, (acquired in 2022) and can be accessed from anywhere in the world, with a University of Dundee log in. It’s searchable, browsable by category (British /World cinema/ LGBTQ…
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MoreBooks@dundee.ac.uk is a service for students (undergraduate, taught & research postgraduate) that encourages you to ask us to purchase books relevant to your studies which aren’t in stock (as ebooks or print) in the Library. Email…
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A few resources to get you started…. 1. The Library homepage – www.dundee.ac.uk/library 2. People 3. Guides 4. Library Search 5. The Library App 6. Your online reading/resource list (for taught modules) 7. Referencing 8. Linkedinlearning…
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Diversity Initiative – Black History Month resource list Two student societies – The Diversity Initiative (TheDiversityInitiative@dundee.ac.uk) and Afromedics (AfroMedics@dundee.ac.uk) – have used our resource/reading list software (which powers module resource/reading lists) to compile an annotated reading…
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Library search provides access to a vast range of online resources, and during the COVID-19 period, some of our publishers and online suppliers have provided additional content, to help students who are currently unable to…