What is a literature review & an annotated bibliography?
A literature review is an assessment and critical analysis of the literature (what has been published) on a particular topic.
An annotated bibliography provides:
- A reference list with a summary of the main arguments or idea of each source
- A critique or evaluation of the source’s usefulness, reliability, objectivity or bias
- A reflection on how the source fits into your research
Both provide a critical review of the literature.
For more information, visit the literature reviews library guide.
Review articles - finding the gaps and advances in your area
- Finding review articles using Web of ScienceShort video [YouTube, 02:33] produced by UC Davis University Library.
- Annual reviews onlineThis database provides review journals from across the sciences, with articles that review significant primary research literature to help you keep up to date in the area of your research.
- ScopusA multidisciplinary abstract and citation database of peer reviewed literature, book reviews and conference proceedings.
- Web of ScienceA collection of citation databases and citation analysis tools covering the sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities.
Preparing a literature review
Writing
Writing for science and engineeringPublication Date: 2013
Further help
- UQ study skills - writing a literature reviewA guide to the process of planning and writing a literature review.