AskUs: Library Announcements

The University Library provides a range of services designed to help you locate and use resources which can inform your learning. Here are some highlights of the services as you begin your journey:

• AskUs - Ask and find answers about many aspects of the Library and other University support services in our knowledgebase of Frequently Asked Questions
• fiNDit - A new and improved discovery service to enable you to search across our collections and save what you find
• Library spaces which are open for you to visit seven days a week and include:
  • Spaces for private study
  • Bookable group study rooms
  • Copies of set textbooks and other useful print books
  • Networked computers, printer/copiers and wi-fi
• An ever increasing collection of books, eBooks, eJournals, research tools and videos which can be accessed and used on or off campus 24 hours a day on any device
• Referencing Guides to support you in using the University's approved referencing styles accurately
• Workshops to help you develop your research and referencing skills
• Video tutorials about how to use our services
• The CheckLIST: Library Information Skills Toolkit which contains six modules to help you build skills in information literacy and critical thinking
• Learning Skills Guides which give you advice about writing, learning strategies, study skills and academic integrity
• Access to LinkedInLearning, a large collection of ‘how to’ video tutorials which can assist you to acquire new skills including the Microsoft 365 applications
• Chat with the Library - An online chat service​ which is available seven days a week whenever the library is open
• Online appointments with specialist librarians

Our message to you is a simple one  - get in touch seven days a week, whether online or in person, and find out how we can help you to save time as you search for, evaluate and reference quality academic information sources.