Harvard Citation Style Guide
Learn the rules and formats for HARVARD citation style. Perfect for academic papers, research, and professional writing.
Harvard Citation Style
Harvard referencing is commonly used in UK universities and business schools.
In-Text Citations
Basic format: (Author's Last Name, Year)
Example: (Smith, 2023)
With author in sentence: Smith (2023) argues that "quotes are essential."
Reference List
Book: Author's Last Name, First Initial. (Year) Title of book, Publisher, Place.
Website: Author's Last Name, First Initial. (Year) "Title of web page" Website Name. Available at: URL (Accessed: Date).
Quote from DailyQuotes.io: Author Name (Year) "Quote text" DailyQuotes.io. Available at: URL (Accessed: Date).
General Citation Guidelines
Be Consistent
Use the same citation style throughout your entire document or paper.
Verify Information
Always double-check author names, publication dates, and URLs for accuracy.
Include All Elements
Make sure to include all required elements for your chosen citation style.
Format Properly
Pay attention to punctuation, italics, and formatting requirements.
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