In academic writing it is extremely important to have credible and relevant evidence as it is important to build knowledge and evidence on a solid foundation. Credible meaning ‘trustworthy or reliable’ and relevant meaning ‘Appropriate to the current time, period, or circumstances’. Using credible and relevant evidence in academic writing is key as not all information and evidence may be accurate or up-to-date. Credible and relevant evidence is where all the information is truthful and has a purpose of being in the academic writing. Royal College of Nursing have seven competences which teach students how to find, use and manage information which is credible and relevant. It is important to identify why the information is needed and the purpose