Finding journal articles
How to search for journal articles and what to do when you can't find one.
To find a specific article:
- Go to the Library homepage.
- Select Articles and more in the search box.
- Enter the title of the article.
- If you know the author, add in a surname.
To browse all articles:
- Go to the Library homepage.
- Select Articles and more in the search box.
- Type in words or phrases related to your assignment.
- Refine your results on the left-hand side.
To find the full text:
- To open an article, click Online resource.
- Select a link from the Full text list and click
- If requested, enter your log in details.
- You will then be taken to the article in its host database.
Can't find the item you're looking for?
- Search Google Scholar
Set up your preferences to access journal articles from library databases. - Try a database
Check your subject starter guide to find the right database for your subject. - Search other libraries
Search other library catalogues and borrow with CAVAL. - Request an inter-library loan
Find out if you are eligible to request an inter-library loan. - On loan or at another campus? Place a hold
Place a hold to collect the item you want at your preferred campus. - Contact us for more help