Accessing the E-Library and Research Databases
Who is this for? All learners conducting research or study.
The Miva E-Library is an online resource centre that gives you access to e-books, journals, research papers, articles, and academic databases to support your learning and research. Whether you are working on an assignment, conducting research, or exploring a new topic, it is built to support your success.
How to access it
Go directly to library.miva.university, or reach it from the Miva website: visit miva.edu.ng, find the Miva E-Library section, and click Access Miva E-Library.
What the E-Library offers
24/7 access from anywhere with an internet connection.
A user-friendly interface for searching books, journals, and research materials by title, author, or keyword.
Up-to-date scholarly articles and research across disciplines.
An extensive collection of e-books, journals, theses, and other resources.
Remote learning support, with no need to visit a physical library.
Citation support to help you generate and manage citations.
Available research databases
Database | Coverage |
|---|
JSTOR | Scholarly journals, books, and primary sources. |
ScienceDirect | Research articles in science, technology, engineering, and health. |
Emerald | Journals in business, management, education, and social sciences. |
DOAJ | Free, peer-reviewed open access journals. |
DOAB | Open access academic books. |
NCBI | Biomedical and life sciences research. |
EThOS | UK doctoral theses. |
OPAC | The university's library catalogue. |
Making the most of it
Use the search feature to find resources quickly.
Explore the different databases and collections.
Draw on library resources when preparing assignments and examinations.
Visit regularly to stay updated with new materials.
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Need help? If you have trouble accessing the E-Library or research databases, contact the Learner Success Team at success@miva.university.
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