Student referencing guide

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This guide outlines the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) Academic Standards and Quality Regulations approved referencing standard for SCQF Level 7 and aboveThis guide is based on the Coventry University s Harvard Reference Style guide produced by the Centre for Academic Writing at Coventry University and is reproduced by UHI under a Creative Commons Licence. Version September 2013Student referencing Introduction 3 Why do I need this referencing guide ? 3 Why must I cite and reference ?

4 •t shows the academic backing for your arguments, with evidence of the breadth and depth of I your reading. •t enables the reader to identify and trace the sources you have used for your ideas.I • Exposing the ideas of others in your field to critical examination is an integral part of the academic method. Citing and referencing provides the necessary structure for this process.

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