Theology: Welcome
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Donna Waitere
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University Library | Te Whare Pukapuka Matua
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Pacific Engagement Advisor
University Library | Te Whare Pukapuka Matua
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About this guide
Welcome to the Theology Subject Guide
This guide brings together the key resources for the study of Theology at the University of Otago | Ōtakou Whakaihu Waka.
These include databases for text and multimedia, journals, books, theses, and documentaries. There are also support tools for writing and referencing your work, as well as a section on Open Access resources that you can use pre- or post-enrolment.
Check out our ResearchReady modules (next tab down on the left) if you're new to studying at a tertiary level or returning to study after a period away.
Key Resources
Looking for Academic Literature?
Below are the five best places to start searching for academic literature on your topic.
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Library Search | Ketu This link opens in a new window Library Search | Ketu provides fast, simple, one-step searching across the University of Otago Library's resources. It is designed to make it quick and easy to begin researching a topic. It is not a replacement for the detailed and precise search tools available from individual subject specific databases.
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Google Scholar This link opens in a new window
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ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials (via EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new window This database combines the indexing from ATLA Religion Database with access to ATLA's online full-text collection of major religion and theology journals.
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Religion & Philosophy Collection This link opens in a new window Provides indexing and abstracting, as well as some full-text coverage, of journals on religious history, biblical studies, epistemology, political philosophy, and the history of philosophy.
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Religion Database (ProQuest) This link opens in a new window Contains primarily full-text, international periodicals for diverse religious and spiritual studies, covering formal theological studies of major religions, as well as the most recent trends and scholarly thought. Included are titles from religious publishing bodies and nondenominational organisations.
Generative AI Resources
The Library has a detailed guide to understanding and utilising AI in your research and general studies.
