How to Cite an Article in Harvard Style
Harvard referencing guide for magazine and newspaper articles with examples.
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Harvard Article Format
Template
Author (Year) 'Article title', Publication Name, Day Month, pp. pages.
Example
Reference List Entry
Brown, L. (2024) 'The rise of artificial intelligence in healthcare', The Guardian, 10 February, p. 12.
In-Text Citation
(Brown, 2024)
Source Details
- Author
- Brown, L.
- Title
- The rise of artificial intelligence in healthcare
- Site
- The Guardian
- Year
- 2024
- Pages
- 12
Formatting Tips
- Include full date for newspapers
- Use single quotes for article titles
- Italicize publication names
- Add page numbers when available
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Omitting publication date
- Using double quotes
- Forgetting to italicize publication name
- Not including page numbers
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Gather source information
Collect all required information for your article: author names, title, publication date, URL or DOI, and other relevant details.
- 2
Format author names
In Harvard, author names are formatted with last name first, followed by initials or full first name depending on the style requirements.
- 3
Structure the citation
Arrange the elements in the correct Harvard order: typically author, date, title, source, and access information.
- 4
Apply formatting rules
Apply italics, quotation marks, and punctuation according to Harvard Standard guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cite an online newspaper article?
Add "Available at: URL (Accessed: Date)" at the end of the reference.
What's the difference between magazine and newspaper citations?
Both follow similar formats. Newspapers typically include specific dates; magazines may use month/season.
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