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

Writing a dissertation involves many skills, including the ability to present your work clearly. This workshop will help you to explore the basics of dissertation structure, providing hints and tips for using Word effectively when writing your dissertation. 

After this session you may want to attend: Proofreading 

This workshop is for those students approaching their final year research project. It will help you to generate ideas for research topics, assess whether topics are feasible, and get you started on the first stages of research. 

Before this session you may want to attend: Evaluating Resources, Understanding Research 

This workshop introduces the purpose and potential of an extended research project, addressing key questions: ‘How do I find a topic? What academic skills are necessary for a dissertation? What can I write about? What is a literature review?’ 

Before this session you may want to attend: Understanding Research, Academic Judgement