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A citation or referencing style is a standardised way of referencing research you use in your academic work. Check with your lecturer or supervisor if you are unsure which style to use:
Referencing the ideas and research you use in your essays is a vital part of all academic work because it:
The University of Otago takes plagiarism seriously. These resources will help you understand what plagiarism is and how to avoid it.
Tips on choosing and using citation styles (also called referencing styles) plus using systems such as EndNote, Zotero and Mendeley.
Below are examples of wrting style books available through the University Library.
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