Style guides & referencing

It’s important to remember to use the correct style when citing resources for your essays and assignments. The Library’s Style Guides and Manuals page outlines a number of styles as well as how to prepare, present, and reference assignments.

Referencing shows the reader where you sourced your information and how your ideas have been formed. It also allows the reader to identify and retrieve the sources for their own use. It’s also important to reference correctly to avoid plagiarism issues. Plagiarism can result in failure of your work or unit, or even expulsion from the university.

Preferred styles vary, depending on your school and lecturer. If you’re not sure which style you need to use check your course guide, visit the school’s website, or contact your lecturer.