About LIB002

LIB002 is a self-paced learning resource developed by SMU Libraries for postgraduate researchers and research staff.

What this resource offers

The five interactive modules introduce key research skills, tools, resources and Library support across the research lifecycle:

  1. Introduction to Library Services
  2. Literature Review and Reference Management
  3. Working with Data
  4. Research Data Management
  5. Publishing and Research Impact

You may explore the modules in any order and return to individual topics whenever they become relevant to your work.

Scope

LIB002 is intended as an accessible starting point and reference resource. It does not replace discipline-specific research methods training, supervisory guidance, or specialist advice.

Accessibility

We aim to make LIB002 clear, usable and accessible across devices and ways of navigating. If you encounter an accessibility barrier, please contact the Library so that we can help and improve the resource.

Maintaining this resource

LIB002 is developed and maintained by SMU Libraries.

Last reviewed: August 2026.

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