Open access sources

This guide curates a wealth of freely available online resources that complement your University Library access, helping you maximise your learning opportunities without additional cost. You'll discover open educational resources (OER), free academic databases, eBook collections and digital archives covering diverse subject areas. Whether you're seeking supplementary readings, exploring topics beyond your coursework or looking for multimedia learning materials, these vetted resources provide quality information from reputable sources including educational institutions, government organisations and scholarly publishers worldwide.

The guide also features free productivity tools, reference management software, citation generators and creative commons materials that support your academic work. You'll find links to open access journals, research repositories, language learning platforms and specialised resources for various disciplines. These freely available tools and materials can enhance your research capabilities, broaden your knowledge base and provide flexible learning options. By leveraging these resources alongside your library subscriptions, you can develop comprehensive research skills and access a wider range of scholarly information throughout your academic journey.