Skip to Main Content
library logo banner

Library Induction: Library Welcome

Library induction video

Welcome to the LIbrary!

Your Library provides a wide range of online and print resources to support you, along with study spaces and other facilities. Most importantly, it provides members of staff who are very happy to offer guidance. We also provide guidance online and please do read through this induction guide - but you're also very welcome to email us with any enquiries.
Corner of the library building

Finding your way around

Floorplans are available to help you find your way around the Library.

Click the arrows below to scroll through short descriptions of our facilities on each floor. You can also enlarge the interactive floorplans by clicking on them.

 

Floor plan

Level 2: the entrance level. Here you will find:

  • The university's main Reception and Security Desk. 
  • 24-hour self-issue machines for borrowing books and slots for returning books. Also a 'Reader Services' help desk (Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm).
  • Reservation shelves for collecting books that you've reserved.
  • 24/7 multi-function machines for printing, copying and scanning. Also a 'Copy and Print' help desk (Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm).
  • Soundproofed pods for remote interviews.
  • The 'Library Nook', a space for a leisurely read.
  • An assistive technology room at the back of the floor for students registered with Student Disability Advice. 
     

Library level 2

Levels 3, 4 and 5 are 'subject floors'. These are designated for quiet study (except the front of Level 3). Here you can log on to university PCs, and find books and other resources for your subject:

  • Level 3: Engineering and Design
  • Level 4: Sciences
  • Level 5: Humanities, Social Sciences and Management. 

Please also note that you can also use Level 1 for quiet study.
 

Library level 3, 4 and 5

Accessing the Library Building

  • The Library is located in the heart of the campus, More specifically, it's on the Parade (a central pedestrian-only walkway) and opposite the lake. For further details, please refer to the campus map.
     
  • The building is open 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year for use of study spaces, PCs and copy & print machines. You can also use our self-issue machines at any time to borrow books. 
     
  • The Library's staffed services are generally available Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm. 
     
  • You need to use your library card to access the Library building beyond the entry gates: how to get your library card. 

Your rights and responsibilities

Your rights

  • You're entitled to receive help from library staff concerning your information and service needs.
  • Your comments and suggestions about library services will always be welcomed, and responded to promptly and thoroughly.
  • You may borrow and reserve books and other material providing you do not have outstanding fines or overdue materials.
  • Please take a look at your full list of your rights.


Your responsibilities

You're provided with library membership on the understanding that you're aware of the associated responsibilities and that you'll follow all our rules and regulations. In particular, please note that we're all responsible for helping keep the library clean and welcoming:

  • Quiet study areas: please respect the needs of others and don't have conversations in these areas.
  • Food: we don't permit eating in the Library beyond the turnstiles. You're very welcome to eat in the snacking area (in the foyer) where you'll find vending machines.  
  • Drink: you should only bring in bottled soft drinks, bottled water, and hot drinks in reusable keep cups or thermos flasks.
  • Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere in the library (including the Level 5 balcony).