Information for your academic work can be found in many different sources.
The most important are books, ebooks and journal articles.
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Books generally offer a comprehensive overview of a topic.ATU Library has a large collection of books which you can read in the library or borrow to use at home. |
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eBooks are books that are available in an online format.ATU Library has a large collection of ebooks that you can browse, read online or download. |
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Journals are a valuable source of up-to-date academic information.Journals are published regularly and are usually highly focused on a specific topic. ATU Library has a large collection of online journals and journal articles that you can browse, read online or download. The library also has a smaller collection of print journals that you can read in the library or borrow to use at home. |
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Databases are online collections of different information sources.Databases usually consist of collections of ebooks, journal articles, newspapers, standards or other types or information. Some focus on on particular subject areas, for example, business or nursing. ATU Library subscribes to a large number of databases. Most can be searched simultaneously via the main search box on the library website. |
Use the library discovery service to start your search.
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ATU Reading ListsATU Reading Lists are a quick and easy way to find the core and recommended reading lists for your course. You can search ATU Reading Lists by your module or lecturer's name. Browse reading lists in: |
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Exam PapersWorking through past exam papers is a great way to prepare for upcoming exams. Find out what’s come up in previous years and practice your answer timings. Browse past exam papers in: |
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Subject GuidesExplore our Subject Guides for recommendations on the best information sources to use in your academic work. |