APA 7
APA 7th Edition is the most commonly used referencing style here at the University of Portsmouth. Below you will find general guidance on how to reference and cite using APA 7th Edition, as well as examples for the specific sources you are likely to use in your assignments.
Your department or lecturer may prefer you to reference sources differently from the guidance given here. Always follow the requirements of your department or lecturer.
External visitors are welcome to use this guide, but note that your institution's requirements may differ from those suggested here.
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What is included in your word count will depend on the assignment you are writing - please check on your Moodle module or with your lecturer.
APA states that everything is included in your word count but generally, for most University assessments, the word count is from the first word of your first sentence to the last word of your last sentence so excludes the title, reference list, and appendices.