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Criminology: Books

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What kind of books will I find in the Library?

  • Reference materials such as encyclopedias and specialist dictionaries can give you a starting point for your research and help you to define your search terms.
  • Textbooks can provide a broad overview of an unfamiliar topic and point you to further reading.
  • Academic monographs will provide more in-depth information on a topic.

How can I find books for my topic?

  • An excellent place to start finding books on your topic is your module reading list. Have a look at the Getting Started page of this guide for advice on finding and using your reading list.
  • You can search across the Library's print and e-book collections using Library Search. Search by author, title or the key-words of your topic.
  • Find out more about accessing our e-book collections on the E-books: Getting Started Guide

How to find books via Library Search

Useful shelf numbers for Criminology

This table shows a small selection of topics, use Library Search for a comprehensive search for books on a particular subject.
Topic Shelf Number Library Floor
Criminal Law 344.105 3rd Floor
Criminal justice 364.941 3rd Floor
Criminology 364 3rd Floor
Deviance 302.542 3rd Floor
Human Rights Law 344.10285 3rd Floor
Policing 363.2 3rd Floor
Prisons 365 3rd Floor
Terrorism 303.625 3rd Floor
Victims 362.28 3rd Floor

 

How do I find a book on the shelf?

Understand how to find a book on the shelf with this helpful guide or watch the quick video below.

Subjects: Criminology