Helping you to study
We will help you achieve your best
When you are enrolled and ready to go, you will have a lot of questions; such as:
- How do I achieve a good grade?
- Where do I find out about my module reading?
- Where can I study quietly or in a group?
- How and where can I access a laptop/computer?
The answers to these and many other questions can be found in the University College Birmingham Library. Please note that the UCB Library is based on the ground floor of Baskerville House.
We can help you by:
- Providing expert staff to assist you with using and finding information and using resources;
- Showing you how to evaluate quality information for your assignments;
- Providing study spaces and PCs to suit your study needs.
Learning Hub
The Learning Hub is your go-to resource for developing academic skills and exploring diverse learning methods. It provides guidance on various assignment types while offering essential tips to help you submit top-quality work.
Digital Library
Google can only show you so much. You have a much greater chance of achieving a better grade if you read reliable academic information. The Library has print and online collections that encompass books, e-books, electronic journals, newspapers, multimedia, and a range of other e-resources such as marketing reports. All online resources are available to you, 24/7 on- and off-campus.
Assignment Assistance
Our team of Academic Librarians are qualified Library and Information professionals and subject specialists. They are available to provide you with support when you are researching your assignments. They deliver sessions in class and during tutorials to provide invaluable advice regarding sourcing information and to help you develop your information-searching skills. These skills are vital during your studies and also when you are searching for jobs and begin working for an employer. Come and see us to find out more. Students can book appointments to see an Academic Librarian for research and referencing assistance.
The Library Space
The library is a quiet study area where you can concentrate on your research and assignment work using individual study spaces close to the book collections. The library is wifi enabled, so you can work on your own laptop or mobile device and re-charge it.
Where to find us
The UCB Library is located on the Ground Floor of Baskerville House and is accessible to all students. Library Services also operate the Summer Row Thinkspace for Further Education and Skills students on the 6th Floor of the Summer Row building.
You will be introduced to the library service during your induction at University College Birmingham. You can also ask for a library orientation tour with one of our library team at any time. They are always on hand to help with any aspect of our service.
Find out more
You can explore our library web pages and find out all you need to know about the library by visiting the Portal.
Library Services can also be found on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Centre for Academic Skills and English (CASE)
CASE supports students to develop academic skills and improve coursework and examination outcomes. CASE offers the following support:
- An Academic Skills Centre (ASC). This is located on the Ground Floor of Baskerville House. This ASC can be contacted by email or by calling on 0121 2324 055. The ASC offers one-to-one appointments.
- The possibility of in-class sessions taught as part of Graduate Advantage
- Online resources. For HE students, there is the Assignment Lifecycle. This high-quality online resource allows you to access academic skills information 24/7. You will have automatic access to the resources via the landing pages of your modules on Canvas.
For further information regarding CASE, please check this dedicated page.
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Learning Hub
Explore the Learning Hub for insights on diverse learning methods, assignment types, and essential skills. Learn more about the academic support we offer.
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Computer facilities
All students have access to computers throughout our campuses, with PCs and quiet study and self-study laptop areas across the University.
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Learning Opportunities
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Plagiarism
Arising where work submitted by a student is not their own, but has been taken from another source.
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Work Placements
Placements are administered by a team of Employability Tutors based within hired@UCB on the Ground Floor of the Moss House Campus.
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Changing your course
Every year, some students decide that they wish to change their programme of study, and move either to another programme within University College Birmingham.
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Health and Safety Regulations
Our policy is to take all reasonable and practicable steps to provide and maintain safe and healthy working conditions.
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Contact us
There are many ways you can contact University College Birmingham, from phone and email to social media.
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Open days
Come and visit us on one of our open days, where you can find out more about our courses, our facilities and speak to current students and staff.
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