Sociology

Useful links

For quick access to high quality information for your assignments, try the links on these pages.

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Reading Lists

Got an assignment? Have you looked at the reading list to see lecturer recommendations?

Key Starters for Essays and Dissertations

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After looking at your online reading list, try these to help with your assignments

• Choosing keywords and sources - first steps

• Finding print and ebooks using the Library Catalogue

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Books often provide an excellent overview of a topic and are a great resource when starting an assignment.

To find print books:

Search the Library Catalogue (second search box on the page)
For each book, note the floor, number and letter code: GROUND FLOOR 301.01 BAU - save time by taking a photo!

To find ebooks:

Search the Library Catalogue (second search box on the page)
Filter your search on the left hand side to 'Electronic Books'.
Click on the title of the ebook to load the full record, then use 'Online access' to view.

If you want to search within ebook packages, you will find those most relevant to you in the next 2 sections.