Courses & offers for information literacy
We make you fit for scientific work!
At the University Library, we train you in the use of academic literature and information.
In our basic courses, we teach you the basics of literature research and search strategies.
In advanced courses, you will learn everything about databases and literature management.
Refresher courses help you to brush up your research skills.
We also offer many courses in English. For those who want to work independently of course times, we also have a range of self-study courses.
Literature research
Finding the right literature is central to good academic work.
In our courses, we teach you the basics, tips and tricks for researching and dealing with relevant academic literature.
AI-based research & more
From revising for exams to researching literature for your dissertation: AI tools can help you with your studies – if you know how to use them.
In this series, we’ll be introducing a few tools step by step.
In a nutshell!
In 30 minutes, we’ll give you practical tips on how to improve your term paper.
There are workshops on the following topics
- writing & citation,
- research techniques &
evaluating results, - search engines & databases.
Reference management software
(Citavi, EndNote, Zotero)
Reference management software helps you keep track of the literature you have found.
With programmes such as Citavi and EndNote, you can systematically collect and manage your literature - we support you with the first steps and in deepening your knowledge.
Library certificate
Our library certificate consists of modular courses and covers the basics of literature and subject research.
Upon completion, you will receive a certificate, which is mandatory in some degree programs.
UB|SchreibRaum
We offer a range of regular support services for academic writing: AI consultation hours, writing sprints, writing advice and workshops during writing time.
In addition, the library organizes a one-week writing camp once a semester, the UB|SchreibCamp.
Courses in English
For all English speakers, we offer a range of courses in English such as Introduction to the Library, Basics of Literature Research and on reference management as well as self-study courses.
Self-study options
Our self-study options include Moodle courses, video tutorials and various materials for academic work that you can work on independently of course times.