Subject - Design
Welcome
The Design Library contains books, journals, audio visual material, academic databases and eBooks, to support you in your studies.
We offer regular workshops and research sessions to all on-campus and online Design students, to ensure that you are able to find what you need.
Library News
- Take a look at the many helpful How to videos videos. Let us know if you would to see a video created on a library or research skills topic of your choice.
- NEW database O'Reilly . Up to date ebooks, articles, videos, learning paths for Photography, Computer systems, Game Design, Interior Design, and more.
- Design campus libraries each have Pantone swatches available for in-class use, as well as a Pantone light-booth. Speak to your lecturer or library staff to find out more.
Image from: https://www.pantone.com
Design databases
Design Technology Store
Equipment loans, information and training about a range of camera, lighting and audio gear.
Library Search
Search the library catalogue by title, author, keyword or general subject area.
Studiosity
Access Studiosity for help with assessment writing, editing, and grammar.
Study Success
Improve your study skills by attending workshops for Study Success
Referencing
APA Referencing Tool is your guide for APA 7th style referencing, with examples for both in-text citations and reference lists.
House of Fashion : Haute Couture and the Modern Interior
Jess Berry (2018)
The Interior Design Reference & Specification Book
Chris Grimley & Mimi Love (2018)
Interior Design Visual Presentation
Maureen Mitton (2018)
The Digital Photography Book
Scott Kelby (2020)
Understanding Photography
Sean T. McHugh (2018)
The Language of Graphic Design
Richard Poulin (2018)
Mathematics for Computer Graphics and Game Programming
D.P. Kothari, G. Awari, D. Shrimankar & A. Bhende (2019).
Software Engineering for Absolute Beginners
Nico Loubser (2021)