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Searching in Social sciences

Getting started

This guide connects students and researchers to specialised resources in the social sciences.

Study areas include development studies, politics, international relations, social science and policy, social work, sociology and anthropology.

How do I get started with searching?

Learn how to plan your search to effectively find journal articles.

If you are conducting a review, more guidance can be found in this guide:

Literature reviews

What are the core resources in social sciences?

To find journal articles, utilise the core databases for social sciences disciplines.

View specific resources related to development studies, social work, sociology, and other disciplines.

What if I'm looking for other types of information?

Access guides on finding grey literature such as reports and statistics:

Grey literature Statistics and datasets

 

What if my topic also relates to other subject areas?

Explore the Library's Subject guides for resources in other disciplines:

Subject guides