The Autumn exam period is on the way… and the Library is ready to be your study sidekick. Whether you’re all about pin-drop silence or prefer a background buzz, we’ve got a space that works for you. Level 3 = Silent Mode Activated From Monday, 23 November, Level 3 is going silent to help you […]
What would you tell your first-year self? 2026 edition
At the start of the semester, we put up a graffiti wall in the Library and asked our current students and staff a simple question: “What would I tell my first-year self?” And you certainly had plenty to say! We received over 100 pieces of advice on our wall this year. Some were practical, some […]
Hello Cosy season – Library blankets are back!
We know that studying can be hard, particularly when deadlines are looming and you’ve been sitting at a desk for hours. The last thing you need is to be distracted because you’re uncomfortable. We can’t make your deadlines disappear, sadly! But we can do what we can to make your time in the library a […]
Make the most of your essay feedback
Got feedback on an essay but not sure what to do with it? A free one-to-one writing tutorial can help you understand your feedback and work out how to strengthen your next assignment. We are offering a free service to all students: one-to-one writing tutorials with a published, professional writer through the Royal Literary Fund. […]
Boost your research and referencing skills with our library workshops
Assignments piling up? Not sure if you’re referencing correctly, struggling to find the right sources, or just want to make your research a little easier? Our next batch of library skills workshops is coming up, with practical sessions designed to help you build your confidence and develop skills you can put straight into practice in […]
Finding full-text research in AI tools with LibKey Nomad
Using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Copilot to explore a research topic? LibKey Nomad can help you find full-text articles directly from these tools, making it easier to access research through the University Library. How does it work? LibKey Nomad now integrates automatically with Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot across supported browsers. […]
Updates to how the University uses AI
The University’s Artificial Intelligence Advisory Group (AIAG) has made some changes to their Assessment and Marking and Academic Integrity policies to clearly explain how artificial intelligence (AI) should be used transparently in learning, teaching and assessment, and research and administrative activities. These policies apply to both staff and students, so please take the time to […]
Making the most of Statista for research
Making the most of Statista for research
Statista is the largest and most extensive statistics platform of its kind in the world. With a team of over 120 statisticians, database experts, analysts and editors, Statista provides students, faculty and researchers with an innovative and intuitive tool for researching quantitative data and statistics from 18,000 sources and on 60,000 different topics. With many thousands of downloadable reports, studies and dossiers, Statista provides huge coverage of data relating to economics, society, politics and the environment.
In this session, you will learn how to navigate the Statista platform and make the most of its key features, including Research AI, Market Insights, and Consumer Insights.
• Getting started with your research on Statista
• Tips and tricks to work more efficiently (including the citation feature)
• Introduction to Research AI
• Overview of Market Insights
• Introduction to Consumer Insights
• Q&A
Session 1: 27th of October at 1:30 pm : Register here
Session 2: Wednesday 4th November at 9:30 am: Register here
The sessions are suitable for, and open to, all students, researchers and staff.
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes
The two sessions in October will cover the same material with more in-depth follow-up sessions scheduled for February 2027.
Halloween at the Library: Discover your next spine-chilling read
As the nights draw in and Halloween approaches, there’s no better time to curl up with a good book that will keep you turning the pages long after dark. This Halloween, we’re celebrating all things spooky with a special Halloween book display in the library. Whether you’re a fan of classic Gothic fiction, ghost stories, […]
Cyber Security – Get skilled
The University’s official cyber security training covers the essentials everyone needs to know. But if you fancy going a step further and getting some real hands-on practice, there are some great free platforms out there that let you do just that. Ever wondered how attackers actually get into systems or how to stop them? You […]