{"id":5096,"date":"2026-02-25T09:00:43","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T09:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/library\/?p=5096"},"modified":"2026-02-03T14:49:12","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T14:49:12","slug":"spring-dissertation-studies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/library\/2026\/02\/25\/spring-dissertation-studies\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Dissertation Studies"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spring Dissertation Studies<\/h1>\n

The worst of the winter is behind us, and spring is almost here! That does, however, mean that you will have assignments to do. Your dissertation hand in date is fast approaching, so the library is here to help. There\u2019s lots of information on our web pages which can help with all your information gathering and writing.<\/p>\n

Library Search<\/strong><\/h2>\n

We have an extensive book stock, which can be requested using Library Search<\/a> and many different titles on how to plan and write a dissertation. Books which are not at your home campus can be requested using the Click and Collect service<\/a> and collected from the Click and Collect shelf at your chosen campus. Library Search also gives access to electronic articles to help with your studies. There are database and journal search functions and facets to allow you to refine your searches by date, format, etc.<\/p>\n

Other libraries<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you know there is an item you are interested in looking at and it is available at another university, then the Sconul Access scheme may help. This allows you to borrow books from or have reference access to other university libraries, and applications can be made through the Sconul Access website.<\/a> It may also be useful to become a member of the National Library of Scotland. With access to millions of print and digital items, it is certainly worth searching here for information, and it is easy to join.<\/a><\/p>\n

Inter library loans<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Unable to access a book or journal article through Library Search? Is it too far to travel to another university? You could try requesting the item from our interlibrary loan service<\/a>, and we will try to source it from one of our partner libraries. Articles and book chapters are supplied electronically, and print books will be sent to the campus of your choice.<\/p>\n

Subject librarians<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Taken a look at the Reference Guidelines<\/a>, but still need some help with referencing? Our subject librarians can assist, and they also have in-depth knowledge of databases and literature reviewing. They have prepared LibGuides for each school, full of useful information and links. Subject guides<\/a> provide access to subject information by school, and Research guides<\/a> offer tips on how to develop research and digital information skills.<\/p>\n

Training and events<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Check out Training and Events calendar<\/a> \u00a0to find out if there are any sessions you may find useful.<\/p>\n

Opening hours and contacts<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Libraries are currently observing term time hours<\/a> with 24 hour opening at Merchiston campus for those who need a suitable place to work at any time.<\/p>\n

To contact your subject librarian or for general library enquiries: My Librarian<\/a><\/p>\n

Out-of-hours assistance is also provided by the NorMAN service: Out of hours<\/a><\/p>\n

For general library enquiries and information:<\/p>\n