Student support
We provide a range of services to make studying easy. With access to extensive online resources and study tools, in person assistance and workshops, we are here to support you.
Referencing
Griffith Library’s referencing guides cover seven popular referencing styles including APA 7, Vancouver and Chicago 17. The guides come with examples to make referencing easier to understand and apply in your research and assignments.
Writing assignments
Learn about assignment types, academic style writing, structuring assignments, and using references in your writing. Academic writing involves using expert sources to support your arguments. See the various ways to write with academic integrity.
Student printing
Access printing services from your devices, set up your account, and find printers and assistance on campus.
Workshops
The Library runs online workshops on understanding assignments, understanding referencing, structuring assignments, preparing for exams, and more.
My account
- Checkouts—view and renew your current loans (all users).
- Requests—place and cancel holds (Griffith staff and students only) and view your interlibrary loan and document delivery requests (Griffith staff and eligible students).
- Fees—view your library charges.
- Borrowing history—opt-in to view your borrowing history.
- Search activity—view your search history or saved searches.
Studying
Book a study space
Book study spaces or scan the QR Code displayed outside the space. Please be aware there are conditions of use.
O365 for students
Free access to Office 365 helps you with the tools you need to get the most out of your study. Including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint for multiple PCs and Macs and apps for Android and iOS.
Access software training
Access free online training in Excel, PowerPoint, visualisation, analysis and more.
Get started
Access a range of self-help study tools to help you study:
- Develop study skills in:
- time management
- reading effectively
- thinking critically
- preparing for exams.
- Develop digital skills for:
- social media
- recording and editing video.
- How to research for assignments
- How to write and structure assignments
- Four steps of referencing and referencing styles.
Copyright matters
Understand your copyright obligations when using music, audio, images and video content in your assessments.
Book a consultation
Library staff can provide assistance with your assessment. You can book up to four consultations each trimester via email, phone or online via Teams.
Learning Advisers
- Have expertise in assessment expectations and academic culture. They can provide advice on academic writing style and structure, exam preparation and time management.
- When booking a consult attach a copy of your assignment question, marking criteria and any writing you have completed.
- Learning Advisers do not provide a proof-reading service.
Librarians
- Provide advice and guidance on undertaking library research and referencing for your assignments.
Digital Capability Advisers
- Provide advice and guidance on spreadsheets and presentation software for your assignments.
Library resources
Reading lists
Access your course readings, find direct links to online resources and details for physical resources held in the Library.
Library catalogue
Search the catalogue for journal articles, journals, books and ebooks, video content and more.
Library databases
Get direct access to your favourite database by browsing our alphabetical list.
Attend a workshop
The library offers workshops throughout the year, register now to improve your skills.
Online research tools
If researching outside the library catalogue and databases, these tools can access subscribed resources.
This short animated film was developed and produced in collaboration with Griffith students from QCAD and the Qld Conservatorium and showcases how you can start your study journey with Library support.
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We are here to help!
Find us in the libraries or contact us by phone or online.