Referencing & citation
Master the art of academic attribution. Proper referencing validates your research, respects intellectual property, and connects your work to the global scholarly conversation.
Select your style
Different disciplines require different formats. Select your preferred style to see OUK-approved templates.
APA 7th Edition Blueprint
Commonly used in Social Sciences, Education, and Business.
Bibliography entry
In-text citation
Ethics of Attribution
Why we cite: Beyond avoiding negative consequences, referencing builds your credibility.
Acknowledge sources
Give credit to the original thinkers whose ideas you build upon.
Enable verification
Allow your audience to find and verify the sources you used.
Avoid plagiarism
Protect your academic standing and maintain OUK standards.
Show breadth
Demonstrate the depth and range of your research reading.
Citation Management
Academic writing is easier with the right tools. OUK Library recommends these industry-standard reference managers to help you organise your library.
OUK citations guide
Download our comprehensive 50-page PDF guide on OUK Referencing Standards.
Still confused about citations?
Our liaison librarians conduct weekly workshops on APA and Harvard referencing. Join us for a hands-on session.