LibGuides: Library 101: Everything you need to get started with the Library: The Library on Campus

Level 1 - Click left and right arrows to see more

sofas and armchairs on level 1 of the library

Level 1 is a relaxed space where discussion and collaboration is allowed to happen. There are sofas and individual armchairs available to use. Discussion is allowed on Level 1, and we encourage you to make use of the space for group work and collaboration, including using the moveable whiteboards if needed.

There is a presentation area at the back of the soft seating area which sometimes hosts seminars and lunchtime talks. This space can be used by you to collaborate (using the whiteboards) or practice for your own presentations.

The first thing you might see is the library information desk. A member of staff will usually be there to answer any of your questions about the library!

There are Windows PCs and iMacs available in the computer area.

The printer/photocopier is located next to the computers on Level 1.

Picture of DVD shelves located beside the stairs on Level 1

The DVD collection is located on Level 1, beside the stairs.

The Library has a Sensory Pod on Level 1. The Sensory Pod is a great place to take a sensory break and decompress. It has colour changing lights and a TV. You can plug in your own headphones to it too.

This pod is for one person at a time, and can be used for up to 45 minutes per session. Please remove your shoes and keep the pod neat and tidy for the next user.

The Sensory Pod is located on Level 1 of the Library, near the DVDs.

The laptop loans are located on Level 1 beside the information desk.

Click here to jump to the page for information on the laptop loans!

The print journals are located around to the right when you enter through the main Library doors.

The self-service kiosk is located on Level 1, next to the print journals near the main door.

Level 2 - Click left and right arrows to see more

a photograph of the shelving units on level 2

Level 2 is the silent study area, and is also where our print book collection is located.

There are more PCs available on Level 2, and they come with more desk space than the PCs on Level 1 do.

There are empty individual desks to study at on Level 2.

There are armchairs available on Level 2.

Self-service kiosk

There is a self-service kiosk on level 1, just in front of the main entrance. You can use this to check out items, return items, renew items, and see a list of items you currently have checked out.

To borrow:

Select "Borrow"
Swipe your student card at the side of the screen - the picture should be facing away from you.
Place the items you want to borrow on the flat surface of the kiosk.
- The machine can read multiple items at once, so you can place a few books on there at once.
Make sure each item has successfully been checked out, as shown on the screen.
Click "Done".

To return:

Select "Return"
Place the items on the flat surface of the kiosk - no need to swipe your student card.
Make sure they have all checked in successfully according to the list on-screen.
Place the returned items on the trolley to your right.

To check your account:

Select "View My Account".
Swipe your student card at the side of the screen - the picture should be facing away from you.
Select "Items Checked Out" to view what's on your account.

To renew:

Select "View My Account".
Swipe your student card at the side of the screen - the picture should be facing away from you.
Select either "Items Checked Out" or "Overdue Items"
Select "Renew" at the bottom of the screen.

Sensory Pod

This pod is for one person at a time, and can be used for up to 45 minutes per session. Please remove your shoes and keep the pod neat and tidy for the next user.

The Sensory Pod is located on Level 1 of the Library, near the DVDs.