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The current version of Harvard Cite Them Right is the 13th edition. For the 25/26 academic year, students may use either the 12th or 13th edition in assignments. The key points are:

• The publishers have updated the Cite Them Right support site to the 13th edition. UHI don't control this change - the website has been updated for all institutions that use Cite Them Right.
• If you previously purchased the 12th edition of the book, you may still use if for the 25/26 academic year and you will not lose marks, as long as your referencing is clear and consistent.
• Most changes in the 13th edition are small tweaks and the addition of new online sources.
• If you use the Cite Them Right online, you'll automatically see the 13th edition. From 2026/27 onwards, everyone will be expected to use the 13th edition.
• A small number of UHI courses do not use Harvard Cite Them Right, including Theology, Philosophy, Psychology and History. Further details can be found in the Referencing Libguide. 
• The library team are working with other third-party vendors to ensure that systems including Library Search and Refworks are updated asap. It is anticipated that CTR 13th edition will be available in Refworks late September 2025.
• Contact your module tutor or the library if you are unsure. 

If you are new to referencing, please complete the referencing tutorial. Further details and support materials can be found in the Referencing Libguide.