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Academics in different disciplines use different citation styles.
In this guide, we will cover three different citation styles in detail.
For those studying Social Sciences or Psychology
you will commonly use APA style.
For those studying Humanities
you will commonly use MLA style.
For those studying Visual Arts or History
you will commonly use Chicago style.
For those studying Science
there are many different styles - ask your professor which one you should be using.
For a detailed comparison of APA, MLA and Chicago citation styles, a citation style chart is available at the PurdueOWL.
There are many dozens of different citation styles out there. If the one you need help with isn't covered in this guide, come and ask a librarian!
