Readers may use the e-databases via the following means:
.access via Internet with the library account.
.use the workstations inside the Hong Kong Public Libraries via Multimedia Information System (MMIS) & this webpage
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Result list of e-databases available at Hong Kong Public Libraries.
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e-Databases
ProQuest Religion Database
It provides an excellent source of religious news and information, with informative details on doctrines, philosophies and scholarly reports on religious history.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries)
Tag: Archeology , Ethics , History , Humanities , News , Philosophy , Religion , Review , Social Science , Theology
ProQuest Research Library
Users can search various highly-respected scholarly journals, business publications, magazines and newspapers covering over a hundred academic disciplines. It provides one-stop access to a wide range of general reference materials.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries)
Tag: Business , Education , Journal , Literature , Magazine , News , Politics , Psychology , Research
ProQuest Social Science Premium Collection
It comprises 17 databases, which contain abstracts, indexes and full text of journal articles, as well as books, book chapters, dissertations and working papers. With high quality resources from around the world, it facilitates social science research across different regions, markets and disciplines.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries)
Tag: Addiction , Anthropology , Archaeology , Criminal Justice , Criminal Law , Criminology , Demography , Economics , Education , Electoral Systems , Family Law , Industrial Safety , Information Management , International Relations , Learning Disabilities , Library Science , Linguistics , Non-verbal Communication , Phonetics , Political Science , Psychology , Public Policy , Rehabilitation , Religious Studies , Social Welfare , Social Work , Sociology , Terrorism
Road to IELTS - Academic Module

Road to IELTS - Academic Module is an online preparation and practice resource for IELTS candidates who would like to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level or join a professional organisation in an English-speaking country. It covers 4 skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking, and contains over 120 hours of interactive activities, advice videos from British Council experts, hints and tips on question types as well as downloadable practice tests. It is a valuable resource for those who would like to acquire more in learning English at intermediate level or above. With comprehensive content, this resource is also suitable for those who wish to improve their English standard.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Course , Education , English , IELTS , Language
Road to IELTS - General Training Module

Road to IELTS - General Training Module is an online preparation and practice resource for IELTS candidates who would like to acquire below degree qualifications or work in or emigrate to an English-speaking country. It covers 4 skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking, and contains over 120 hours of interactive activities, advice videos from British Council experts, hints and tips on question types as well as downloadable practice tests. With comprehensive content, this resource is also suitable for those who wish to improve their English standard.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Course , Education , English , IELTS , Language
Scholastic GO!
Scholastic GO! is an English e-database of encyclopedias. It covers a wide range of subjects including arts, social sciences, geography, history, philosophy, religion, sports and entertainment, science and technology, etc.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Almanac , Arts , Atlas , Debate , Encyclopedia , Geography , History , Land , Map , News , Philosophy , Religion , Science , Social Science , Technology , Thesaurus , Timeline
Science Online


Science Online offers a comprehensive overview of a broad range of scientific disciplines. It covers areas of biology, chemistry, computer science, earth science, environmental science, forensic science, marine science, mathematics, physics, space and astronomy, as well as weather and climate. Users can learn science topics through "Topic Centres", "eLearning Modules", "Interactive Experiments", "Featured People", "Science in the News", over several thousand video clips with subtitles as well as rich images and diagrams.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Astronomy , Biology , Chemistry , Climate , Computer Science , Earth Science , Environmental Science , Forensic Science , Marine Science , Mathematics , Physics , Weather
SOSHOO
SOSHOO offers socio-economic statistical data of the provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions of Mainland China in addition to Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan, and covers more than 50 trades, with some data dated back to 1949. The statistical data are sourced from statistical yearbooks published by Bureaux of Statistics at state, provincial and municipal levels, Customs Statistics, China Economic Indicators Bulletin and Quarterly Statistical Bulletin of the People's Bank of China, etc.
Available at: Hong Kong Central Library , City Hall Public Library , Kowloon Public Library , Ping Shan Tin Shui Wai Public Library , Sha Tin Public Library , Tsuen Wan Public Library , Tuen Mun Public Library , Remote Access
Tag: Agriculture , Almanac , Business , China , City Overview , Economy , Education , Energy , Government , Population , Society , Statistics
SPORTDiscus with Full Text
It covers the subjects of biomechanics, pharmacology, sports training, kinesiology, sports science, nutrition, occupational health and therapy, physical fitness, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, sports psychology, coaching and education and sports medicine.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
Tag: Biomechanics , Drug , Exercise , Journal , Kinesiology , Medicine , Nutrition , Occupational Health , Physical Fitness , Physical Therapy , Psychology , Rehabilitation , Sports , Therapy
Tense Buster


Tense Buster is a self-learning practice resource which covers 33 key areas of English grammar at five levels from Elementary to Advanced. The learning areas at each level include grammar rules, pronunciation, vocabulary and listening. Interactive exercises with explanatory notes are available for self-learners to learn English grammar in a systematic manner.
Available at: All Hong Kong Public Libraries (excluding mobile libraries) , Remote Access
The following e-databases are available for access via Internet with the library account.
The availability of e-databases is subject to change without prior notice.
e-Databases
The following e-databases are available for access via Multimedia Information System (MMIS) & this webpage only.
The availability of e-databases is subject to change without prior notice.
e-Databases