Getting Started

Welcome to the Investigation, Security and Defence Subject Guide

Recommended Workshops

Using Specialist Software
How to find eBooks in the Library Portal

The Arden Library Portal is a key tool for finding the best sources for your assignments. This workshop will introduce you to the Library Portal, show you how to use it to search for eBooks, and familiarise you with Kortext, our main eBook platform.

After this session you may want to attend How to find journal articles in the Library Portal, Understanding Research

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Referencing: AU Harvard style

This workshop is for students that use the AU Harvard referencing style. It will focus on in-text citations, developing a reference list and how to reference some of the most frequently used source types. 

After this session you may want to attend: Paraphrasing, Paragraph Structure

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An Introduction to Critical Thinking

Do you get feedback that your writing is too descriptive? This workshop will help you to develop techniques for critical thinking to improve your writing. The session includes evaluating sources, argument construction and being critical in your writing.

After this session you may want to attend: Critical Thinking and Writing, An Introduction to Academic Writing