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How we can help

Your Academic Librarians can help with:

• Selecting search terms
• Selecting relevant databases
• Creating a search strategy
• Referencing
• Managing your search results with RefWorks

For general questions about the library use the Library chat on the library homepage or email library@gcu.ac.uk.

Areas we can't help with

We cannot help with the following:

• Academic writing (structure, vocabulary etc.)
• Proofreading essays or reference lists

For academic writing support please contact the Learning Development Centre. The University does not offer a proofreading service.

Get in touch

Email: lib-gsbs@gcu.ac.uk

• Send us your question and we'll reply within 2 working days, usually quicker.

Drop-in for quick questions:

• Drop-ins will restart on 27th January 2025.
• Drop-ins take place on the Library Drop-In room on Level 1 of the Library between 11.30am - 2.30pm from Monday to Friday.
• You don't need to book an appointment in advance - just come along any time. You will get 15 minutes with an Academic Librarian to discuss your questions.

Appointments for in-depth help:

• Appointments last 45 minutes and can be in person in the Library or online.
• They are available Monday to Friday between 9am - 6pm UK time.
• If you need an appointment outside office hours we will try to be flexible.

Workshops

Need more help or have a question?  Drop in to our dissertation clinics to get help with literature searching and reference management for your dissertation, honours project or proposal.

Find out more details or view other workshops available. There are options to attend on campus or online.