Finding theses

This guide outlines ways of identifying theses and dissertations published in your discipline.

Key resources

  • EThOS - this database of PhD theses from a large number of British universities is unavailable at the moment following a cyber attack on the British Library
  • ProQuest Dissertations & Theses - gives references to doctoral and masters theses from around the world, some available in full-text.
  • WorldCat - a union catalogue which includes doctoral and masters theses submitted to member libraries (mostly North American) 

You may also find that databases in your subject area also index theses. Find out which ones are relevant for you by consulting our list of Databases by subject.

Further help

Contact us for additional advice on finding theses.

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