Study skills
How to search effectively
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Tue 10 November 2026
14:00 - 15:00 - Location
- D Block, Glenside Campus
- Contact
- UWE Bristol Library Contact the Library
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
This workshop will offer tips on searching specialist databases, with an opportunity for hands-on practice.
This is an on-campus workshop. Please book a place to find the on-campus room location.
Learning outcomes
To feel more confident about:
- Identifying relevant subject databases.
- Developing an effective search strategy.
- Independently exploring referencing management tools.
How to attend
If you are interested in attending this event, please register via InfoHub.
Access the session materials before the workshop on the Study Skills site. Please make sure to click on the correct workshop title in the list.
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
Accessibility
For further details on accessibility at UWE Bristol Library, check out our Library accessibility guide or contact us for specific queries.
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