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The library provides instruction and consultation in academic writing via Academic Writing Support. We can also guide you in understanding different reference styles, find useful resources for reference management, and understand copyright issues.

Academic writing
Academic writing
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Academic writing

Here you will find advice on the writing process, understanding and improving the structure of an academic text, tips for improving the style and grammar of your writing, using sources effectively, and much more. Academic Writing Support helps you improve your writing skills, no matter your level or experience.

Writing references (APA & Vancouver)

Writing references (APA & Vancouver)

At KI, APA and Vancouver are the most common reference styles. Here you will find more information and guides to help you write your references correctly.

Copyright

Copyright

Copyright applies to all works younger than 70. If you are a university student or teacher, however, certain exceptions may make it possible for you to use copyrighted material. Learn more about how these exceptions may apply to you.

Reference management software

Reference management software

A reference management program helps you to collect, organise and manage your references according to different reference styles. Read more about the different tools here. We mainly provide support in EndNote.

Guides to EndNote & EndNote Online

Guides to EndNote & EndNote Online

Most of what you need to know about EndNote can be found in our guides EndNote X9 (in English) and EndNote Online.

Start the page numbering on (for example) page 3 in Word
Start the page numbering on (for example) page 3 in Word
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Start the page numbering on (for example) page 3 in Word

In more formal texts, such as essays, it is common for the page numbering to begin on the page where the body text begins, such as an introduction or background. On the title and table of contents page, you then choose to exclude page numbers – unfortunately a bit difficult to do in Word.

Create a table of contents in Word
Create a table of contents in Word
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Create a table of contents in Word

Having problems creating a table of contents in Word? Check out Microsoft's official guide on how to create a table of contents in Word.

Support in information searching

Are you looking for scientific articles or writing references and need advice? You can get help from our librarians. We offer both drop-in via Zoom and booked consultations.

Opening hours drop-in support in Zoom

Mon - Fri: 12:00-14:00
Sat - Sun: Closed

Academic Writing Support

Academic Writing Support helps you improve your academic writing, reading and oral presentation skills, as well as your popular science writing.