This guide will help you to locate doctoral dissertations and master's theses from UC San Diego and other universities around the world, including:
- Searching for UCSD dissertations and theses, and how to access them.
- Searching for dissertations and theses held at other universities (University of California, US, and worldwide), and how to access or request them.
- Locating free, open access dissertations and theses.
- Options for acquiring dissertations and theses if you are not a UCSD affiliate.
You will also find information about library resources and services to help UCSD students with their own dissertations and theses.
Wireless and Off-Campus Access
While the open access dissertations and theses are freely available, the licensed databases like ProQuest Dissertations and Theses are restricted to UC San Diego faculty, staff and students.
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VPN AnyConnect Client - Off-Campus AccessFollow the download and installation instructions for your operating system. IMPORTANT: when connecting, make sure to select 'althruucsd' for the group setting.
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UCSD-PROTECTED Wireless NetworkUse the UCSD-PROTECTED wifi network to access UCSD-licensed resources on your laptop or mobile device anywhere on campus.
Dissertations and Theses @ UC
More Assistance with Dissertations
Guide contact: tmvogel@ucsd.edu.