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Requesting information on a topic

As an off campus student you may request assistance with searching for information on a topic, if you have had difficulties locating relevant information.

• Use the Off-Campus Subject Request Form to submit your subject requests.

Some important information about subject requests:

• Do not leave subject requests to the last minute.
  
  
• Use keywords to describe the topic you are researching. An example of a well-worded request is: 'I would like any books or articles which look at the design of training programs in the workplace, especially in the supermarket and retail industries'.
  
  
• Do not repeat the wording of your assignment when submitting a subject request.Use your own words to describe the information you want.
  
  
• Please consult the references listed in your study guide and unit guide before making a subject request. You are likely to find references to books and articles which will satisfy some or all of your needs.
  
  
• It is sometimes possible to send database searches and full text articles as an attachment to your Deakin email address. If you would like us to do this, please ensure your Deakin email address is on the request form.
  

You may also like to contact your liaison librarian in your area of study, as he/she will have the expertise in your subject area to be able to assist you.