With so much information online, knowing which sources to trust – and which to avoid – is a key academic skill. Whether you’re researching an essay, project, or dissertation, using the right sources helps you build strong arguments, meet academic standards, and feel confident in your work. This post will guide you through: And if […]
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Get Microsoft 365 for Free While You’re at University 🎉
Did you know that as a member of the University (staff or students), you can get Microsoft 365 suite of software completely free of charge? That means Word, Excel, PowerPoint (and more) on your own device, ready to help you study, teach, research, or work wherever you are. What’s included? While you’re studying or working […]
Managing your university digital storage: Why it matters more than ever
When we think about sustainability on campus, we often picture buildings, travel, waste, or energy use. Digital storage rarely makes the list. Yet behind every file we save, every email we keep “just in case”, and every forgotten folder sitting in the cloud, there is a very real financial and environmental cost. We recently highlighted […]
Cyber Essentials & Cyber Essentials Plus: Retained for Another Year
We are delighted to share that the University has successfully renewed both its Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditations for another twelve months. Thank you to everyone who helped, particularly those who gave up time for device audits and responded to requests throughout the process. What is Cyber Essentials? Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme designed to help organisations protect themselves against the […]
How to get study materials that aren’t in our library.
Sometimes the book, chapter, or article you need for your assignment just isn’t available on our shelves or through our online subscriptions. The good news? You still have lots of ways to get hold of the materials you need — from requesting items through our Document Delivery Service to visiting other academic and national libraries. […]
Digital clean-up day 2026: How We Did – And Why It Matters
Every year on 21 March, Digital Clean‑up Day encourages people and organisations across the world to step back, declutter their digital spaces, and rethink the environmental impact of our storage habits. What can feel like a small, everyday action—deleting old files, clearing out unused apps, archiving what you still need—actually carries significant consequences for energy […]
Thank you for helping shape our Library Wellbeing Space 💚
Over the past month, many of you stopped by our Library Wellbeing graffiti wall to share your thoughts, ideas, and—occasionally—your sense of humour. We just wanted to say a massive thank you for taking the time to tell us what works, what doesn’t, and what you’d love to see next. Your feedback helps us understand […]
Love letters to the library: What you told us in 2026
Every year, our Love Letter to the Library activity gives our students and visitors the chance to say what the Information Services really means to them. This year’s messages – collected from children, students, and members of the wider community – offered warmth, humour, honesty, and a few thoughtful challenges too. After reading through the […]
Digital Cleanup Day 2026
Every year on 21 March, Digital Cleanup Day invites individuals, organisations, and communities around the world to take a step back and rethink the way we interact with our digital lives. What may seem like an abstract idea — deleting old files, clearing out unused apps, streamlining storage — actually has real-world consequences for the planet, our privacy, […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026 in the Library
When we give, we gain. Join us in advancing gender equality through generous action. The IWD 2026 Give To Gain Campaign champions reciprocity and collaboration. When individuals, organisations, and communities give – whether time, resources, knowledge, advocacy, or support- opportunities for women grow. Giving isn’t subtraction; it’s multiplying impact. When women thrive, everyone rises. What […]