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Congratulations on completing this module. We have explored the nature and functions of a literature review; the process of conducting it, including taking notes using annotated bibliographies; different options for placing your literature review within your thesis; how to structure your literature review, including using matrices to organise ideas within its body; and how to style your literature review through language expressing authority in argument and a critical stance on the literature.
Further assistance
Individual assistance – For more assistance with writing your literature review contact the Library by submitting a Request Research Assistance form.
Literature reviews is a complementary Libguide to this online module.
The module Strategies and Resources for Searching the Literature explores key resources to use when literature searching and the features of developing an effective search strategy.
Further information and resources on writing your literature review can be found in the Learning Lab. You may also be interested in exploring some more learning activities related to writing with authority in the Learning Lab.
Learn more
You may also be interested in viewing the following two webinars recorded from the Library’s PhD Up program (now called Research Plus).
- Literature reviews: Structure (60 mins)
This workshop discusses the nature and purposes of literature reviews and will help you develop the necessary strategies for structuring this important section of your research. It includes hands-on activities, excerpts of sample literature reviews, and strategies for ensuring effective literature review structures. - Literature reviews: Style (60 mins)
This workshop will introduce you to key writing style features of literature reviews and will help you develop the necessary strategies for forging your academic identity through your writing style. It includes hands-on activities, excerpts of sample literature reviews, and strategies for establishing your own critical voice.
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You have completed this module on Writing the Literature Review? You can return to the Research and Writing Hub to choose another module to complete.
