There are various reference management software available to you. This type of software is designed to help you record and build references. This page offers an overview of just a few reference management packages.
Referencing Tools - Allowed and Supported
Mendeley is a free reference manager and academic social network. Cite as you write, read and annotate your PDFs on any device.
Key Service Information
Features and Benefits
- Download Mendeley Desktop onto more than one computer – Mendeley will synchronise your actions and the articles you add.
- Create groups to share references with your friends or other researchers
- Compatible with Windows and Mac OS
- Android and iOS apps available
- Add notes and highlight sections of pdfs you have saved on your Mendeley desktop.
Eligibility
An individual would need to sign-up with their personal account (free).
To import references into documents, the desktop version is required which is provided on Software Center.
Availability
Support hours:
09.00 - 17.00 weekdays other than University and Bank Holidays
User service issues:
Any dissatisfaction with the service should be addressed in the first instance to the IT Service Desk.
Help & further information
Support: How do I's and other issues.
- Please contact the IT Service Desk
Help Documentation: Provided by IT and Library & EDU
Information and guidance for Reference Managers is provided on Libguides
Ad hoc training provided by the ILS Library on a request basis
Other relevant information can be found in:
IT and Library website