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Referencing guides
Learn how to cite specific source types and format references correctly by style.
- APA 7 Referencing Guide: In-Text Citations and Reference ListsA practical walkthrough of APA 7th edition in-text citation rules, author-date conventions and reference list formatting for books, journals and online sources.Read the guide
- Harvard Referencing Guide: Citations and Reference ListsHow Harvard-style referencing works, including in-text citations, the author-date system and formatting entries for common source types.Read the guide
- APA vs Harvard Referencing: Key Differences ExplainedA clear comparison of APA and Harvard citation conventions, covering in-text format, punctuation, reference-list layout and when each style is typically required.Read the guide
- How to Reference a Journal ArticleStep-by-step guidance on constructing journal-article references in APA, Harvard and other common academic styles, including DOI and volume formatting.Read the guide
- How to Reference a WebsiteCiting websites and online sources across APA, Harvard, AGLC4 and Vancouver - covering author names, publication dates, page titles and URL conventions.Read the guide
- How to Reference a BookBuilding accurate book references in major academic styles, including single-author, multi-author, edited-volume and edition-specific conventions.Read the guide
- In-Text Citations vs Reference Lists: What Is the Difference?An accessible explanation of how in-text citations connect to the full reference list, why both are required and how they work together in academic writing.Read the guide
- Common Referencing Mistakes and How to Avoid ThemThe most frequent referencing errors - missing references, citation-reference mismatches, inconsistent style, incorrect author names and dates - with practical fixes.Read the guide
- How to Use a Citation Generator CorrectlyWhy citation tools save time, what to double-check after generating a reference and how to verify source information against your institution's requirements.Read the guide
- Which Referencing Style Should You Use?A brief guide to APA, Harvard, AGLC4, Vancouver, MLA and Chicago - and how to determine which style your university, discipline or publication requires.Read the guide