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Citation Essentials – Referencing Sources and Citations with Confidence

In line with the motto “Cite it right,” this course will teach you how to cite correctly and avoid unintended plagiarism. Understanding the fundamentals of citation in academic writing, along with practical tips for applying them, will help you navigate the citation jungle with confidence. Take the course, have your lightbulb moment, and cite without worry!

Topics

  • Understanding the fundamentals of citation
  • Creating in-text citations and reference lists
  • Focus topics to choose from: e.g., citing images, ChatGPT, tables, diagrams, interviews, standards, research data, self-citations

Teaching Methods

Expert input, Case studies, Exercises, Group work, Q&A

Target Audience

Degree Studies, Doctoral Studies, Administration

Moodle

Our e-courses are available on Moodle, the e-learning platform of TUM. You can log in with your TUM ID, LMU ID or as a guest. Please enter "Gast" as the guest access password.

Contact & Support

If you have any questions about our course program, we are happy to help:
workshop@ub.tum.de

Upcoming Dates

Thursday, 11.06.2026, 14:00

Duration: 2 h
Format: Präsenzkurs
Language: Deutsch
Disciplinary Focus: fachübergreifend

Wednesday, 15.07.2026, 14:00

Duration: 2 h
Format: Webinar
Language: Deutsch
Disciplinary Focus: fachübergreifend

Tuesday, 11.08.2026, 14:00

Duration: 2 h
Format: Präsenzkurs
Language: Deutsch
Disciplinary Focus: fachübergreifend

Thursday, 20.08.2026, 11:00

Duration: 2 h
Format: Präsenzkurs
Language: Deutsch
Disciplinary Focus: fachübergreifend

Thursday, 10.09.2026, 14:00

Duration: 2,5 h
Format: Webinar
Language: Englisch
Disciplinary Focus: interdisciplinary