Referencing correctly is essential for academic success. This guide covers the three most popular referencing styles used in UK university essays.
Harvard Referencing
Harvard uses author-date format: (Smith, 2023) in-text, with a full reference list at the end of the essay.
APA Referencing
APA 7th edition also uses author-date format but with specific formatting requirements for different source types.
MLA Referencing
MLA uses author-page format: (Smith 45) in-text, with a Works Cited list at the end of your essay.
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