Look at our guidance on how to use Library Search. If you are sure that we do not have access to a resource that you need, you can: • Check if the item is available via Open Access this is particularly useful when looking for doctoral theses and journal articles. • Expand your search using a database if you can't find the exact article you want, check out the E-resources/Databases A-Z linked from Library Search. The LibGuides have information on the databases for your subject area. • Apply via our 'Can't find what you need?' service. We can source, books, book chapters, articles, conference proceedings, and theses both physically and electronically – we purchase suitable items for the library stock or acquire items from other institutions. • We are part of the Sconul Access Scheme. Sometimes the quickest way to access the item you are interested in, is to visit the holding library yourself. You can check item availability here. Please note, you must apply for a Sconul Access before you visit the holding library and check their library webpages for entry details. Click here for more information. • You can visit the British Library. The British Library is the UK’s national research library. Search the library collections here. To access the collection, you will need to join as a reader. More information be found here. • If you are studying on a taught course and the item you need appears on a reading list, please talk to your tutor. They may need to liaise with the Library to make the resource available on the reading list.