Getting Started with Formatting and Referencing
Academic writing requires not only presenting your ideas clearly but also following the correct formatting and citation standards. This guide is designed to help BUiD students understand the essentials of document formatting and referencing for projects, theses, and dissertations. It provides step-by-step support on how to structure your work, apply the required format, and reference sources in APA 7th edition, ensuring your submission meets BUiD’s requirements with confidence.
This guide is organised to help you find information quickly and apply it to your own work:
Formatting Guidelines
Covers all aspects of document layout, including fonts, spacing, headings, tables, figures, and pagination.
Click on each section in the sidebar or table of contents to jump directly to detailed instructions and examples.
Referencing Guidelines
Provides instructions for citing different types of sources in APA 7th Edition (for most programmes) and OSCOLA (for Law students).
Includes examples for books, journal articles, websites, images, AI-generated content, and more.