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Databases
Use Library Search to find scholarly, peer reviewed journal articles. This will search across all the databases to which UQ Library subscribes.
Or, for a more targeted search, try these key databases:
- ScopusA multidisciplinary abstract and citation database of peer reviewed literature, book reviews and conference proceedings.
- Social science databaseThis database provides extensive coverage across a wide range of social science disciplines including anthropology, criminology, economics, education, political science, psychology, social work and sociology.
- Social services abstractsProvides bibliographic coverage of current research focused on social work, human services, and related areas, including social welfare, social policy, and community development. it serials publications and includes abstracts of journal articles and dissertations, and citations to book reviews.
- Australian public affairs full text (APAFT)Includes journal articles from published material on the social sciences and humanities.
Concepts and definitions
To learn more about a specific term or concept, search for it in Library Search then use the Reference Entries content type filter. This will show you definitions from encyclopedias, dictionaries or handbooks.
See the Reference sources section of this guide for key encyclopedias, dictionaries and handbooks.
Get started
Use this guide to find journal articles, books, databases and websites for your assignments and research.
Referencing styles
The School of Social Science recommends using an author-date referencing style, such as:
Always double check with your lecturer or supervisor about which style to use.
Assignment help
- Student Support: Study skills and assignment writingStudent Services offers online guides and learning workshops to help with study skills and assignment writing.