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Home of the Sagson Library for Higher Education · Published by Qualifications House UK

22titles
1,309key terms explained
291practice activities
1,227pages to read free
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Inside every book

Built for study, not just for reading

Every title follows the same clear design, so once you know one book you can find your way around them all.

Term tables

Around 200 key terms per book, each with a plain-English meaning and an example sentence.

Practice in every chapter

Matching, gap-fill and multiple-choice tasks, plus applied tasks such as case notes, calculations and emails.

Full answer key

Check every activity yourself, with model answers for the writing tasks.

Language tips

Notes on pronunciation, irregular plurals, British and American spelling, and common mistakes.

Reference appendices

Abbreviations, SI units, a prompt library and other quick-reference pages, depending on the title.

A–Z glossary index

Find any term in seconds, with the chapter where it is explained.

Sample entry · Basic Medical Terminology
Term · Meaning · In Use · Word PartsSample Entry

Term

bradycardia

Meaning

A heart rate slower than 60 beats per minute.

In Use

Beta blockers can cause bradycardia.

Word Parts

brady- (slow) + cardi (heart) + -ia (condition)

The Library

Books by subject

Explore all 22 Sagson Library PDF titles, grouped by subject. Choose a category or browse the full collection. Reading online is free.

22 titles shown

Sagson Library · Book 01 of 22 · Medicine & Health Sciences

Basic Medical Terminology in English

57 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Medicine & Health Sciences

Sagson Library · Book 02 of 22 · Business & Management

Basic Business Terminology in English

57 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Business & Management

Sagson Library · Book 03 of 22 · Engineering

Basic Engineering Terminology in English

56 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Engineering

Sagson Library · Book 04 of 22 · Medicine & Health Sciences

Advanced Medical Terminology in English

58 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Medicine & Health Sciences

Sagson Library · Book 05 of 22 · Agriculture

Agricultural Engineering Terminology in English

56 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Agriculture

Sagson Library · Book 06 of 22 · Dentistry

Dentistry Terminology in English

56 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Dentistry

Sagson Library · Book 07 of 22 · AI & Responsible Use

AI Practice Guide for Higher Education Students

56 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: AI & Responsible Use

Sagson Library · Book 08 of 22 · Medicine & Health Sciences

Basic First Aid for the Workplace

62 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Medicine & Health Sciences

Sagson Library · Book 09 of 22 · Academic Writing & Research

Academic Writing and Referencing — A Practical Guide (Harvard and APA)

55 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Academic Writing & Research

Sagson Library · Book 10 of 22 · AI & Responsible Use

Avoiding Plagiarism and Using AI Ethically in Assessments

55 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: AI & Responsible Use

Sagson Library · Book 11 of 22 · Academic Writing & Research

Critical Thinking and Argument for University Students

55 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Academic Writing & Research

Sagson Library · Book 12 of 22 · Academic Writing & Research

Writing Your First Research Proposal

57 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Academic Writing & Research

Sagson Library · Book 13 of 22 · Study & Communication Skills

Presentation and Public Speaking Skills

55 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Study & Communication Skills

Sagson Library · Book 14 of 22 · Study & Communication Skills

Exam Preparation and Revision Strategies

55 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Study & Communication Skills

Sagson Library · Book 15 of 22 · AI & Responsible Use

Prompt Writing for Students — Getting Better Results from AI

54 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: AI & Responsible Use

Sagson Library · Book 16 of 22 · Digital, Data & Cybersecurity

Digital Literacy and Online Research Skills

53 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Digital, Data & Cybersecurity

Sagson Library · Book 17 of 22 · Digital, Data & Cybersecurity

Introduction to Data Literacy and Excel for Students

55 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Digital, Data & Cybersecurity

Sagson Library · Book 18 of 22 · Digital, Data & Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Awareness for Students

52 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Digital, Data & Cybersecurity

Sagson Library · Book 19 of 22 · Law & Arbitration

Introduction to Legal English — The UK Legal System

56 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Law & Arbitration

Sagson Library · Book 20 of 22 · Law & Arbitration

Introduction to Legal English — The UAE Legal System

56 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Law & Arbitration

Sagson Library · Book 21 of 22 · Law & Arbitration

Introduction to Legal English — The American Legal System

55 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Law & Arbitration

Sagson Library · Book 22 of 22 · Law & Arbitration

Principles of International Arbitration

56 PDF pagesRead online free

Subject: Law & Arbitration

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Who are the books for?

University and college students who study, or will soon study, through the medium of English, from foundation years to first-year undergraduates.

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Are the books suitable for clinical or professional use?

No. The medical, dental and engineering titles are language-learning resources, not clinical manuals or technical standards. Always follow your institution, tutors and professional guidance.

Will there be more titles?

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