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. […]
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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 […]
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, […]
Green Libraries Week: Grow something green with the library
Green Libraries Week returns from 21 to 28 October, celebrating the role libraries play in supporting sustainability and positive environmental action. Throughout the week, we’re highlighting simple ways to make a difference, support wellbeing, and connect with our community. Free Spider Plant Giveaway To mark Green Libraries Week, we’re once again giving away free spider […]
Banned Books Week: Celebrating the freedom to read
Banned Books Week is an annual event that highlights the importance of intellectual freedom and the right to access a wide range of ideas, perspectives and stories. Many well-known books have faced challenges or calls for removal over the years, often because they explore complex, controversial or challenging topics. Banned Books Week encourages us to […]
World Mental Health Day 2026: Listening, supporting and taking a moment for yourself
World Mental Health Day takes place on 10 October and this year’s theme, Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change, reminds us of the importance of listening to one another and creating space for conversations about mental health. University life can be rewarding, but it can also be demanding. Deadlines, balancing study with work and […]
Celebrate Wee Read Day with the Library
Thursday 7 October is Wee Read Day, Scotland’s national celebration of reading. Whether you’re an avid reader or haven’t picked up a book in a while, it’s the perfect opportunity to discover a new story, take a break from studying, and enjoy the benefits of reading. Take the Wee Read Pledge This year, why not […]
Free 1-to-1 writing tutorials available for all students
Are you struggling with getting started on an essay? Have you received some writing feedback that you don’t understand? Do you want to take your thesis writing to the next level? We’re now offering a new free service to all students: one-to-one writing tutorials with a published, professional writer through the Royal Literary Fund. About […]
Skills Week 2026
Skills Week is an annual celebration of learning, development, and personal growth, bringing together a wide range of opportunities to help you build the skills that matter most for university, work, and life. From academic writing and referencing workshops to digital skills sessions, careers support, and practical learning opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Whether you […]
Cyber Security Month: Week 2
Password Hygiene Good password habits are one of the simplest, most effective defences we have and yet they’re often the weakest link due to phishing and other password-related attacks. Often the things that have been around longest have the biggest range of methods available to exploit them. However, passwords are still critical to securing accounts. […]