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Library Services

Information for: Researchers

For further information or advice about the support and services we offer, you can contact the library at library@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

Publishing your work

We offer ways for you to publish your work open access via our read and publish agreements with major publishers. 

You can make full use of our research repository – figshare – this enables you to make your work openly available and take part in the growing trend of open research. 


Managing your data

We offer a number of ways to help with research data management (RDM) – how to write a data management plans (DMPs), how to comply with funder requirements and training in using DMP Online to make RDM and DMNPs easier to manage.  


Analysis and Metrics

We offer training, analysis and advice about where to publish and how you can make the best (and most responsible) use of research related metrics (often called bibliometrics).  


Training and Workshops

We offer a training suite available in person, via Teams and as a collection of training materials. Research(er) Elements offers workshops and awareness raising sessions tailored for staff and doctoral students. 

For further information or advice about the support and services we offer, you can contact the library at library@cardiffmet.ac.uk