University of Southampton thesis template for MS Word 2010/2013 (PC) and 2011 (Mac)

This template is for use with both Word 2010/2013/2016 for PC and Word 2011/2016 for Apple Mac. It provides a structure and format that meets with the University's quality requirements for a thesis such as mirror margins to allow for double-sided printing. It is not compulsory to use the template when writing a thesis, however it's use, in conjunction with the supporting material referenced at the start of the template, will make your thesis well presented and should save you a lot of time and effort. If you have Word 2003 there is a separate template for this version of Word available. Since this is not a University supported version of Office there are no supporting videos.

How to use styles when writing your thesis in MS Word 2011 (Mac) Manual

Writing your thesis will be made a whole lot easier if you learn to use styles. This document is written to show you how to create a consistent looking file with a table of contents. It makes considerable reference to the new University thesis template which can be downloaded from the same site as this manual.

Using Tables in MS Word 2011 (Mac) Manual

Tabulating data when writing your thesis will make it easier to read and understand. This manual shows you how to use tables in Word 2011 for Apple Mac.

EndNote X6 Basic for MAC

An introduction to the basic features of EndNoteX6 for MAC users

EndNote X6 for MAC

This is a guide to the advanced features of EndNote X6 when operating on the MAC platform. It includes download strategies for a wide range of databases and a guide to synchronising the desktop library with EndNote web

Mac Printing Password update (workaround)

Quick video for iSolutions to sanity check workaround as all staff will be asked to change network passwords which could have a major affecting on staff authenticating to network printers from a Mac. If good can be used by Serviceline. Do not Contact Adam Procter about this

Tidying up tools in MS Word 2011 (Mac) Manual

This manual shows you how to use a range of useful smaller features Word 2011 - cross-referencing, track changes, word count, endnotes and footnotes, spell checker, autocorrect, screen split, comments and find and replace.

Using page and section breaks, mirror margins and headers & footers in a thesis in MS Word 2011 (Mac) Manual

The University's thesis regulations give very specific guidance about margin's and page layout. This manual explains how to use set up margins to work with double sided printing; how to ensure chapters start on the right-hand page; and how to create running headers and footers in a thesis written in MS Word 2011.

Adding pictures, SmartArt and drawings to a thesis in MS Word 2011 (Mac) Manual

Adding illustrations can make it much easier to make a point in a thesis. Download this manual on how in insert pictures, insert SmartArt (a selection of pre-defined diagram types) and draw your own diagram with shapes in MS Word 2011. The guide also shows you how to create a Table of Figures in the thesis.

Using Cross-referencing in Word 2011 (Mac)

Cross-references allow you to tell the reader where they can find more detailed content on a subject within in your document. This video shows you how to set up, navigate with and refresh cross-references in Word 2011. Download the video for the best viewing experience.

EndNote X7 Basic for Mac

An introduction to the basic features of EndNote X7, including links to EndNote Online for Mac users

Manuals on how to use Word 2011 (Mac) to write your thesis

These five manuals show you how to use a range of Word 2011 features and the University's non-compulsory thesis template to produce your thesis. It shows how to save time and create a clearly structured & consistent looking document.

Front matter template for Word 97/2000/2003 PC) or Word 2004 (Mac)

Front matter template for Word 97/2000/2003 PC) or Word 2004 (Mac) for the University of Southampton