Academic Library Student Guide

A practical guide to finding resources, developing academic skills, managing references, accessing library services, and getting research support at USJ Library.

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Choose Your Student Guide

Start with the resources most relevant to your level of study.

Undergraduate

Undergraduate Student Guide

Essential library resources and services for coursework, assignments, academic writing, and developing research skills.

  • Find books, eBooks, journals, and databases
  • Access electronic resources off campus
  • Learn academic writing and research skills
  • Attend library instruction programmes
  • Manage citations and references
  • Borrow, renew, and return library materials
Postgraduate

Postgraduate Student Guide

Research-focused resources and services for Master’s and doctoral students working on advanced academic projects, theses, dissertations, and research outputs.

  • Conduct advanced literature research
  • Use research databases and citation tools
  • Explore research methods and academic writing
  • Check theses and dissertations
  • Understand research impact and metrics
  • Submit and manage research outputs
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Digital & Printed Resources

Access

Off-campus Access

Access the library’s electronic resources when studying outside the USJ campus.

Discovery

A–Z Databases

Browse databases available through the USJ Library.

Discovery

Journals

Find academic journals and scholarly publications.

Collections

Books & eBooks

Search and access printed books and electronic books.

Collections

Newspapers & Magazines

Access newspapers, magazines, and periodical resources.

Research

Theses & Dissertations

Explore previous USJ theses and dissertations for research and academic reference.

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Research & Academic Tools

Research Impact

SciVal

Explore scientific research impact, trends, collaboration, and research performance.

Academic Impact

Scopus

Search scholarly literature and examine citation and academic impact information.

Statistics

Statista

Access business, market, statistical, and industry data.

Journal Metrics

SCImago Journal & Country Rank

Explore journal and country-level research indicators.

Journal Metrics

CiteScore @ Scopus

Check journal-level citation metrics through Scopus Sources.

Reference Management

Zotero / Mendeley

Store, organise, and manage references and citations.

Academic Integrity

Similarity Check

A text-matching service used to identify similarities in academic writing and support responsible citation practice.

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Academic Writing & Research Skills

Academic Writing Resources to support academic writing, research, and study. Research Method Resources introducing research methods and research practice. Library Instruction Programme Familiarise yourself with library facilities, resources, and services. Selected Program Materials Subject and programme-related resources selected by the library.
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Access to Other Macao Academic Libraries

MALA Card Allows cardholders to access other MALA libraries and use their collections in-house. MALA Hub Search participating MALA library collections and explore resources beyond USJ. Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Borrow items or request article delivery from local and overseas institutions.
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Reference & Information Services

Information Service Get help with library resources, services, and information searching. Email-a-Librarian Contact the library for research and information assistance. Telephone Service Find library contact information and telephone support.
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Lending Services

Borrow

Borrowing

Find information about borrowing library materials and borrowing privileges.

ILL

ILL & Article Delivery

Request books, articles, and other materials from local and overseas institutions.

Return

Returning

Learn how to return materials and understand overdue, fine, loss, and damage procedures.

Renew

Online Renewal

Renew eligible library materials online through the library catalogue.

Hold

Holds

Request a hold and manage eligible borrowing transactions through the library system.

Special Collection

Storage Collection Request

Contact the library at library@usj.edu.mo for storage collection requests.

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Collection Development

Recommend a Purchase Submit a book recommendation through the online recommendation form. Learning Resources Explore the library’s collections and learning resources.
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Teaching, Learning & Research Support

Submit Your Research Outcomes Submit research outputs to the USJ research output database. Theses & Dissertations Discover and consult previous USJ postgraduate research. Research Impact & Trends Explore research trends and scientific impact using SciVal. Academic Impact Search Scopus and explore scholarly publications and citation information.
Submitting research outcomes:

Email research@usj.edu.mo with a soft copy of the document. You may request an embargo if needed and indicate the relevant SDG, if applicable.

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Library Notifications

Email Alert Services Subscribe to library notification and email alert services.
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Facilities & Study Spaces

Library Facilities Find out more about the facilities available at USJ Library. Copy, Print & Scan Access photocopying, printing, and scanning services.
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Technical Support

Off-campus Access Get help accessing digital library resources from outside campus. MyUSJ Login & Password Information and support for MyUSJ login and password access. Copy, Print & Scan Learn about available printing, copying, and scanning services.
Wireless Access (Wi-Fi) Get the Wi-Fi password at the library reference desk.

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