Welcome to our online induction material for new postgraduate researchers. If you have any follow up queries, contact us for a one-to-one appointment.
- Introduction to Library Services for postgraduate researchers An introduction to library resources, spaces, and support, and how we can help you to develop as a researcher. (video duration 4:50). Also available via YouTube.
- Accessing library resources via FindIt@Bham Covers the basics of finding books, journals and databases; as well as additional features to help you keep up to date, and access the best resources for your research area. (video duration 6:40). Also available via YouTube.
- Keyword and subject heading searching Find out about bibliographic databases, and how you can use keyword and subject heading searching to make your literature search precise and effective. (video duration 5:59). Also available via YouTube.
- Key databases to help you find literature in your subject. If your discipline is not listed below, please consult our subject guides, or contact the Research Skills Team for help.
- Training resources for Literature Searching: an introduction Find out about the range of resources available to help you undertake your literature search, from database help screens, through to our website and canvas courses. (video duration 4:57). Also available via YouTube.
- Getting started with EndNote 20 (video duration 5:45). Also available via YouTube.
- Introduction to Open Research Find out about the benefits of Open Research, and the policy surrounding it. Explore the themes of Open Data, preprints, peer review, Open Access and ORCID, and find out how you can learn more. (video duration 22:06)
- Getting started with Research Data Management A brief introduction to RDM, including signposting to tools and training materials. (video duration 5:17)
- Introduction to using DMPonline Find out about the benefits of using the DMPonline tool to write your Data Management Plan. Includes how to access the tool, set up an account, create and write your plan, and how to share your DMP. (video duration 7:21) Also available via YouTube.
- Getting started with ORCiD Find out what ORCiD is, why it is important, and how to create your ORCiD profile. (video duration 10:24)