Guides and support

Using the Library

Library online

As a student or employee at LiU you have access to the digital library 24/7. This guide will provide you with the information you need to access e-articles, e-books and databases.

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Special needs

As a student with a reading impairment, you have a right to access talking books. The Library can help you apply for an account for the talking books service Legimus.

Library introduction for new students

Welcome to the Library! On this page we have collected key information that you need to get the most out of library services during your studies at LiU.

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Study in the library

The library offers individual study seats, quiet reading rooms, group working places, group study rooms and public computers. During daytime librarians can help with information seeking. Facilities for copying and printing are available.

Library services in distance education

As a LiU distance student you can use our digital library to access electronic books and articles and have printed books sent to your home address.

Resources for learning

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DigiMaker

DigiMaker is the Library鈥檚 creative space for learning and testing technologies, techniques and methods. We offer equipment such as 3D printers, sewing machines, and recording equipment for creating videos and podcasts. And much more.

Library instruction

Library instruction comprises areas like information seeking, source criticism, scholarly publication, referencing, and academic honesty. We offer lectures, workshops and other activities, primarily to students and PhD students at LiU.

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Citation techniques and styles

By correctly using references and citations in your text, you let the reader know what sources you have used and how to find them. The Library offers support in referencing to LiU students and employees.

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Scholarly publications

Which types of publications researchers use may vary from discipline to discipline. Here you can find out about the most common forms of scholarly publications, such as articles, dissertations and working papers.

Plagiarism and Copyright

In the academic world it is essential to have a grasp of issues pertaining to plagiarism and copyright. Here we give you the basics.

Research support

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Research support

一本道 University Library can provide support throughout the research process, including access to scholarly material and advice regarding publishing. Find out how you can increase the visibility of your research.

Guides to information resources

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European Documentation Centre

一本道 University Library is a European Documentation Centre (EDC). EDC鈥檚 are collections of official documents from European Union institutions and agencies.