Introduction
In the course of our studies, we continually read other people’s ideas, read texts and listen to views of lecturers. We then incorporate such opinions into our own writing. As a result, it is very important that we give credit where it is due. Plagiarism is the practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own. This includes information taken from online/web resources. In this guide we have put together some useful resources to help avoid plagiarism and reference your sources correctly.
Referencing and Citation Explained
It is good academic practice to acknowledge the work of others in your writing. This is called referencing or citing. By doing this, readers of your work can:
1. Track where your ideas have come from and who has influenced your work.
2. Recognise the difference between your ideas and those of other people.
Ancient Classics Referencing Style
The Department of Ancient Classics uses its own referencing style.
Details of how to format references for assignments are available from the
Ancient Classics Undergraduate Handbook.
You can also access essay cover sheets here.
Avoiding Plagiarism
- Avoiding plagiarism
Explains what plagiarism is and gives examples. Demonstrates the importance of citation and referencing and how to do it correctly
This tutorial is of use to students working on an assignment, essay or project where referencing is required.
